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CAF appoints Nigeria’s Samson Adamu as acting secretary general

Adamu, the first Nigerian to hold the position since the organisation’s establishment over 70 years ago , is taking over from Swiss-Congolese official Veron Mosengo-Omba, who resigned on Sunday.

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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has appointed Nigerian football administrator Samson Adamu as it’s acting secretary – general.

Adamu, the first Nigerian to hold the position since the organisation’s establishment over 70 years ago , is taking over from Swiss-Congolese official Veron Mosengo-Omba, who resigned on Sunday.

Before his elevation, Adamu served as CAF’s director of tournaments and events, where he played a key role in organising major continental competitions.

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

The development marks a significant milestone for Nigerian football administration at the continental level, placing Adamu at the heart of CAF’s executive operations during a crucial period for African football governance.

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Ex-Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo dies after collapsing during match

Eneramo, who had retired from professional football, previously played for several clubs, including Besiktas of Turkey, Tunisian side Esperance, and Nigerian club Lobi Stars.

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Former Super Eagles striker, Michael Eneramo, is dead, according to SCORENigeria on Friday.

Eneramo reportedly slumped and died while playing a football match in Kaduna State.

The 40-year-old was said to be featuring at the Angwan Yelwa pitch in the Television area of Kaduna when the incident occurred.

“He slumped and died right on the spot. Efforts to revive him were unsuccessful,” a source told SCORENigeria.

The former international came on as a substitute in the second half before collapsing without any contact.

“He was pronounced dead at the hospital.”

Eneramo, who had retired from professional football, previously played for several clubs, including Besiktas of Turkey, Tunisian side Esperance, and Nigerian club Lobi Stars.

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Governor Adeleke Remodelling Osogbo Stadium to 15,000 Sitting Capacity

Adeleke expressed happiness at the involvement of several foreign technical partners working with the contractors to ensure that the new stadium meets FIFA standards and eventually secures FIFA certification.

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Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has commenced work on remodelling Osogbo Township Stadium from 4,000 to 15,000 sitting capacity.

In a statement , Governor Adeleke emphasised that the increased capacity will attract major sporting events to boost the development of all games in the state.

Adeleke expressed happiness at the involvement of several foreign technical partners working with the contractors to ensure that the new stadium meets FIFA standards and eventually secures FIFA certification.

He commended the speedy and qualitative ongoing remodelling of the stadium.

“This is the way to finally integrate Osun into the mainstream of sports development in the country.

“As a sports-loving governor, I am eager to ensure that the Osun Sports Trust Fund becomes operational,” he said.

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Former NFF chairman Ibrahim Galadima dies at 78

His funeral prayers are scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Fagge Juma’at Mosque in Kano.

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A former chairman of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Ibrahim Galadima, is dead at the age of 78.

His funeral prayers are scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Fagge Juma’at Mosque in Kano.

Galadima, who also held the traditional title of Galadiman Fagge, died on Saturday evening at a hospital in Kano, according to his younger brother, Abba Galadima.

The late administrator was widely regarded as a key figure in Nigerian football, having played a major role in shaping the sport during his tenure.

He served as chairman of the football federation between 2002 and 2006, a period marked by efforts to strengthen the organisation and enhance Nigeria’s presence on the international stage.

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