Nigerians have talent to lead World in sports – Shettima
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—Tasks new CAF General Secretary with advancing African football, protecting Nigeria’s interests By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has said that Nigerians possess the talent and capacity to occupy leadership positions in global sports, describing the appointment of Mr Samson Adamu as the first Nigerian General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as further evidence of the country’s potential for international leadership. The Vice President said Nigeria’s sporting achievements have been driven by the quality of its people, the dedication of sports administrators and the institutions that discover, nurture and project Nigerian talent onto the global stage.
Context & Background
✦Conveying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s goodwill, the Vice President described Adamu as a role model for young Nigerians and urged him to approach his new responsibilities with diligence, integrity and a strong sense of national pride.
Key Figures & Named Entities
Tuesday:Speaking on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while receiving the newly appointed CAF General Secretary and a delegation led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Malam Shehu Dikko, VP Shettima congratulated Adamu on his appointment and charged him to distinguish himself through exemplary leadership and service to African football.2026:Dikko described Adamu’s appointment as a significant milestone for Nigerian sports administration and expressed appreciation for the Federal Government’s approval of Nigeria’s hosting of the CAF General Assembly and CAF Awards in November and December 2026, respectively.Sunday:Mr Adamu was appointed CAF General Secretary on Sunday, November 1, 2026, following a recruitment exercise by the continental football body.
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✦—Tasks new CAF General Secretary with advancing African football, protecting Nigeria’s interests By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has said that Nigerians possess the talent and capacity to occupy leadership positions in global sports, describing the appointment of Mr Samson Adamu as the first Nigerian General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as further evidence of the country’s potential for international leadership.
✦The Vice President said Nigeria’s sporting achievements have been driven by the quality of its people, the dedication of sports administrators and the institutions that discover, nurture and project Nigerian talent onto the global stage.
✦Conveying President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s goodwill, the Vice President described Adamu as a role model for young Nigerians and urged him to approach his new responsibilities with diligence, integrity and a strong sense of national pride.
Key Facts:Tuesday: Speaking on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while receiving the newly appointed CAF General Secretary and a delegation led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Malam Shehu Dikko, VP Shettima congratulated Adamu on his appointment and charged him to distinguish himself through exemplary leadership and service to African football.2026: Dikko described Adamu’s appointment as a significant milestone for Nigerian sports administration and expressed appreciation for the Federal Government’s approval of Nigeria’s hosting of the CAF General Assembly and CAF Awards in November and December 2026, respectively.Sunday: Mr Adamu was appointed CAF General Secretary on Sunday, November 1, 2026, following a recruitment exercise by the continental football body.
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—Tasks new CAF General Secretary with advancing African football, protecting Nigeria’s interests By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has said that Nigerians possess the talent and capacity to occupy leadership positions in global sports, describing the...
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—Tasks new CAF General Secretary with advancing African football, protecting Nigeria’s interests By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA — THE Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima has said that Nigerians possess the talent and capacity to occupy leadership positions in global sports, describing the appointment of Mr Samson Adamu as the first Nigerian General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as further evidence of the country’s potential for international leadership.
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Speaking on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while receiving the newly appointed CAF General Secretary and a delegation led by the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Malam Shehu Dikko, VP Shettima congratulated Adamu on his appointment and charged him to distinguish himself through exemplary leadership and service to African football.
