Samson Adamu
Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Samson Adamu as its acting Secretary General, marking a historic moment as the first Nigerian to occupy the role since the organisation was founded in 1957.
The announcement was made on Sunday during a CAF congress held in Cairo, following the resignation of Veron Mosengo-Omba, who stepped down the same day.
Adamu, who previously served as CAF’s Director of Tournaments and Events, was nominated by the Executive Committee and approved by the congress, officially placing him in charge of the body’s administration.
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Widely regarded as the “engine room” of African football, the Secretary General role oversees CAF’s daily operations, legal matters, and the execution of key decisions.
Adamu’s appointment ends a 69-year wait for Nigeria and signals growing recognition of the country’s influence in continental football governance.
He is expected to bring his wealth of experience to the role while strengthening collaboration between CAF and its member associations across Africa.
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