Confédération Africaine de Football: Nigeria’s Samson Adamu confirmed as general secretary

News Tank Football - Paris - Appointment #459171 - Published on 02/11/26 at 11:00
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Samson Adamu, a Nigerian, became acting general secretary of CAF in March 2026 - ©  CAF

The executive committee of the Confédération Africaine de Football "confirmed" the appointment of Nigeria’s Samson Adamu as general secretary, CAF announced on 1 November 2026.

Samson Adamu had held the role in an acting capacity since March 2026, following the departure of Swiss-Congolese Véron Mosengo-Omba. "CAF president Patrice Motsepe said the appointment followed a comprehensive recruitment process, during which the position was widely advertised and several candidates were interviewed."

"Adamu brings extensive experience in African football administration, having joined CAF in 2018 as director of competitions before subsequently serving as director of tournaments and events," according to the confederation, which reiterated, on 8 October 2026, its support for Gianni Infantino’s…

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Samson Adamu, a Nigerian, became acting general secretary of CAF in March 2026 - ©  CAF

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