The AFN said several attempts made to deliver the PUMA kits to the athletes in Tokyo, were frustrated by the youth and sports minister.
Cristiano Ronaldo made the announcement via his Twitter handle.
Nigeria’s women’s 4 x 100 metres relay team were unsuccessful on Thursday as they could only turn in a time of 43.25 seconds in their heat at the Tokyo Olympics.
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi on Thursday failed to impress in the final of the men’s shot put event at the ongoing 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.
The contract cancellation follows the embarrassing scandal that has pitched the AFN officials against Nigeria’s ministry of youth and sports due to the $2.7 millon kits sponsorship.
Mr Bello said that irrespective of where the victorious athletes were from, or their religion, such dichotomy would not hinder all Nigerians from celebrating their victory.
Odunayo is now out of the tournament but she may have a chance to compete for the bronze medal through the repechage if Nichita can go all the way to the finals.
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi said he only has one jersey and has to wash it at night in preparation for the next day’s games.
The announcement comes amidst accusations from the athletes of shabby treatment by sports officials.
Divine fell short of qualifying for 200m finals after coming third with a 20.16s return in the semifinals
