Nigeria Intensifies Preparations to Host 2026 CAF Awards in Lagos
The National Sports Commission (NSC) and the Nigeria
Football Federation (NFF) have strengthened their collaboration ahead of the 2026 CAF Awards, as preparations continue for Nigeria to host the prestigious continental football ceremony.
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, December 2, 2026, at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Arts, formerly known as the National Theatre, in Lagos.
Both organisations are working with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and relevant government agencies to coordinate key aspects of the event, including security, accommodation, transportation, venue readiness, logistics and hospitality.
The preparations form part of the Federal Government's efforts, through the NSC, to ensure that Nigeria delivers an event that meets international standards and demonstrates its capacity to host major sporting occasions.
As part of the process, the NSC and NFF have maintained contact with CAF to address operational requirements following recent inspections of facilities and other arrangements in the country.
A 15-member CAF delegation, led by the confederation's Head of Safety and Security, Dr Christian Emeruwa, had earlier visited Lagos and Abuja to assess the level of preparedness and inspect facilities designated for the continental events.
The CAF Awards are held annually to recognise outstanding achievements and contributions to African football. The ceremony honours players, coaches, teams, clubs and emerging talents across several categories.
This year's edition is expected to attract prominent figures from African and international football, providing Nigeria with an opportunity to showcase its hospitality, cultural heritage and organisational capacity to a wider audience.
Beyond the ceremony itself, hosting the awards is also expected to strengthen Nigeria's engagement with CAF and highlight the country's potential to stage major football and sporting events.
With the December date approaching, the NSC and NFF are continuing their preparations, with the aim of delivering a successful ceremony that reflects Nigeria's ability to host events of continental and international importance.
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