“We Paid You ₦1M Monthly, Flew You First-Class—But You Scored Just 5 Goals!” — Enyimba FC Drags Brown Ideye Over Unpaid Bonus Claims

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Nigerian football club, Enyimba FC, has reportedly fired back at former Super Eagles striker Brown Ideye after his public outburst over unpaid bonuses — accusing him of underperformance despite enjoying luxury treatment.

The controversy erupted after Ideye alleged that he was paid only ₦7,000 per day for feeding during his stint with Enyimba in the 2025 season. His remarks quickly went viral, sparking widespread criticism of player welfare in Nigerian football.

But in a fiery clapback reportedly circulating among club officials, Enyimba expressed disappointment, claiming Ideye was well-paid and pampered beyond typical NPFL standards.

“We paid you ₦1 million monthly salary, lodged you in ₦65,000-per-night five-star hotels, flew you by air for away games and you repaid us with just five goals,” the club allegedly said.

The statement has triggered mixed reactions online, with many debating whether the striker’s performance justified the investment while others insist contractual bonuses must be paid regardless of form.

Ideye, a former Olympic bronze medalist and AFCON champion, has yet to formally respond to Enyimba’s rebuttal. However, the dispute has reignited broader concerns over transparency, accountability, and athlete welfare in Nigerian club football.

Football fans, analysts, and former players have called on the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) and League Management Company (LMC) to step in and ensure fair treatment of all parties involved.

As the drama unfolds, Nigerians are once again reminded of the fragile state of professional football management in the country where big names clash with deep-rooted systemic challenges.