CAF Inspection Team Visits Lagos Venue as Nigeria Prepares to Host 2026 CAF Awards

LAGOS, Nigeria — Preparations for the 2026 CAF Awards are advancing steadily after representatives of the Confederation of African Football visited the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts in Lagos to assess the venue’s readiness for the prestigious continental gala.

The iconic facility, formerly known as the National Theatre in Iganmu, has been confirmed as the host venue for African football’s annual awards ceremony. Nigeria will stage the event for the first time since 2015, providing a high-profile platform to celebrate the continent’s outstanding players, coaches, clubs and national teams.

Inspection Focuses on Key Facilities

The CAF delegation’s visit forms part of a broader assessment of Nigeria’s capacity to host both the 2026 CAF Awards and the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly. In Lagos, the inspection covered the Wole Soyinka Centre alongside other critical infrastructure, including Murtala Muhammed International Airport and major hospitality facilities.

Nigeria Football Federation officials have expressed confidence that the country’s venues, logistics and organisational experience meet CAF’s requirements. The awards ceremony will recognise excellence across men’s and women’s football, with categories expected to include Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, and other individual and team honours.

Landmark Opportunity for Nigerian Football

Hosting the CAF Awards marks a significant moment for Nigerian football administration and Lagos as a continental sporting hub. The transformed Wole Soyinka Centre, a landmark of Nigeria’s cultural and creative landscape, is set to welcome leading figures from across African football for one of the sport’s flagship annual events.

While the host city and venue have been confirmed, CAF is yet to announce the official date of the ceremony. Further details on the full list of award categories and the programme of events are expected in the coming weeks as preparations continue.

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