Former Super Eagles coach, Samson Siasia, on Wednesday, told journalists that his lawyers had filed an appeal to FIFA on August 27, while another appeal was filed with the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) on August 29.
Samson Siasia, says he has appealed the life ban slammed on him by the world football governing body, FIFA, adding that it has been a hard time for him as he is also trying to rescue his mother from the hands of kidnappers.
“I wish to state that I have never been and would never be a party to any form of unethical conduct or perversion in the discharge of my duties in any capacity.
“I built my career in the football industry on the foundation of hard work, integrity, consistency, and God.
“In my entire career, I have done nothing but serve my country and clubs to the best of my personal and professional ability, with all my strength and might, with discipline, pride and passion, and awareness that it is a privilege to be an ambassador of our great nation.
“It is my greatest hope and belief that my country also stands by and with me at a time like this,” Siasia explained.