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Nigeria Launches First CAF A-License Course in Nine Years in Abuja

A total of 25 top-flight coaches in Nigeria have commenced intensive theoretical and practical classes in a two-module CAF A-License coaching course that kicked off in the Federal Capital Territory,

Nigeria has initiated its first CAF A-License coaching course in nine years, with 25 top-flight coaches participating in the intensive two-module program in Abuja. This marks the country's return to the CAF A-License Convention. The NFF, however, continues to organize coaching courses in D-License, C-License, and B-License categories, including a women's C-License course.

The first module of the CAF A-License course will last for five days and will be presided over by the Acting General Secretary of the NFF, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme. The West African Football Union Zone B has also selected 14 referees from its 'Young Talents' refereeing course in Ghana to officiate at the 2nd edition of the WAFU-B U17 Girls Tournament, taking place in Abidjan from September 15th to 28th.

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