Vice President Kashim Shettima has delivered a passionate charge to Samson Adamu, the newly appointed General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), urging him to advance continental football while steadfastly protecting Nigeria’s national interests!
Adamu made history as the first Nigerian ever appointed to the prestigious position following a rigorous recruitment process conducted by continental football’s governing body.
Conveying the goodwill of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during a congratulatory audience at the State House, Shettima emphasized the immense pride of the nation while placing a strong patriotic trust on the newly elevated sports executive.
“The President is proud of you, Samson Adamu,” Shettima declared. “Go and do a yeoman’s job. Go and promote, protect, project, and preserve the interest of the Nigerian nation. Football, especially, is a uniting force in this country—anytime Nigeria plays, it tends to subsume all other identities.”
The Vice President highlighted that sports remain an undeniable catalyst for national cohesion and international prestige, asserting that Nigeria possesses world-class talent capable of leading global sports governance.
Adamu, an experienced administrator who previously served as CAF’s Director of Competitions and Tournaments, expressed gratitude to the presidency. He reaffirmed his commitment to driving structural growth across African football while ensuring Nigeria’s sports ecosystem benefits from global opportunities.
The historical milestone has triggered celebrations across Nigerian sports communities, with fans tipping Adamu to usher in a bright new era for African sports administration.
