Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu has been appointed as the Acting Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), marking a historic milestone as the first Nigerian to occupy the position since the organization’s establishment over 70 years ago.

 

Adamu’s appointment was confirmed on Sunday following the resignation of his predecessor, Veron Mosengo-Omba, who stepped down the same day.

 

Prior to his elevation, Adamu served as CAF’s Director of Tournaments and Events, where he played a key role in organizing and managing several of the continent’s major football competitions.

 

His nomination was put forward by the CAF Executive Committee and subsequently ratified by the Congress during its meeting held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the Giza Palace Hotel in Cairo, Egypt.

 

Adamu’s appointment is widely seen as a significant moment for Nigerian football administration on the continental stage, reflecting growing recognition of the country’s contributions to the development of the sport in Africa.