Section 23: Interpretation.

In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires-
"Association" means the Nigerian Football Association, established by section 1 of this Act;
"Board" means the Nigerian Football Association Governing Board, established by section 3 of this Act;
"Council" means the Nigerian Football Association Council, established by section 8 of this Act;
"member of the Board or Council" includes the chairman of the Board or Council;
"Minister" means the Minister charged with responsibility for sports and Ministry shall be construed accordingly;
"professional club" means any club licensed by the Association on the recommendation of the Professional Football Division, to participate in professional football either in Nigeria or outside Nigeria.