Samson Adamu Confirmed as CAF General Secretary
The FIFA Master Alumni (FMA) community warmly congratulates Samson Adamu, a graduate of the 9th Edition of the FIFA Master, on his confirmation as General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
Samson has served in an acting capacity since March 2026. CAF announced his confirmation on 1 November, following approval by its Executive Committee and an extensive recruitment process involving public advertising and interviews with several candidates.
Having joined CAF in 2018 as Director of Competitions, Samson later became Director of Tournaments and Events. He has helped organise some of the continent’s biggest football competitions, including the Africa Cup of Nations, and brings that experience to his leadership of the CAF administration.
His confirmation also continues a proud tradition of FIFA Master alumni serving as CAF General Secretary, following Hicham El Amrani (4th Edition) and the late Amr Fahmy (6th Edition).
For the FMA community, it is a pleasure to see a fellow alumnus entrusted with such an important role in African football. The FMA Committee and the entire alumni family wish Samson every success as he continues in the position.