The Confederation of African Football has approved the restart of A-License coaching courses for the Nigeria Football Federation [1].
This development aims to elevate coaching standards and improve the overall quality of football within Nigeria. By restoring these certification pathways, the NFF seeks to ensure that domestic coaches meet international benchmarks for technical leadership.
Terry Eguaoje, the NFF Head of Coaching Education, said the approval is a landmark achievement for Nigerian football [1]. The move is intended to create a structured pipeline for professional development, allowing coaches to advance their credentials under the guidance of CAF.
NFF President Ibrahim Gusau confirmed that the federation is currently organizing the logistics for these programs. He said the federation is planning to hold a CAF A-License course soon [2].
Beyond the A-License certification, the NFF is focusing on gender-specific professional development. Gusau said the federation also plans to hold a CAF B-License course for women next year [2].
The restoration of these courses comes as part of a broader effort to modernize the sport's infrastructure in the country. The NFF believes that increasing the number of licensed coaches will directly impact the performance of national teams, and domestic leagues.
“The approval is a landmark achievement for Nigerian football.”
The resumption of CAF-approved licensing indicates a restoration of the formal pipeline between Nigerian coaching education and continental standards. By specifically targeting a B-License course for women, the NFF is attempting to address the systemic gap in professional certifications for female coaches, which is essential for the growth of the women's game in Africa.
