Sanwo-Olu Pledges Support for Successful CAF Awards Ceremony in Lagos

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has pledged his administration's full backing for the successful execution of the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards ceremony in Lagos. During a meeting with a CAF delegation led by Dr. Christian Emeruwa, Sanwo-Olu assured the visiting officials that all critical aspects such as security, logistics, branding, and venue accessibility would receive the necessary care and attention.

He emphasized Lagos as a significant African commercial, cultural, entertainment, and technology hub, boasting a diverse population and robust economic potential, making it an ideal location for hosting international events. The governor further pledged to ensure that the CAF officials, football stakeholders, and international visitors would have an impeccable experience in Lagos, stating that the event presents an opportunity to highlight the state's hospitality and ability to host major global gatherings.

Earlier, Emeruwa disclosed that the CAF delegation was in Nigeria on a five-day mission to evaluate proposed venues and the overall preparations for both the CAF Awards ceremony in Lagos and the CAF General Assembly to be held in Abuja. The CAF Awards, described by Emeruwa as one of Africa's premier annual non-competitive football events, honor outstanding players, officials, and national teams for their accomplishments throughout the year.

The December 7th event is expected to draw high-profile figures from African and international football, including representatives from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), alongside other distinguished guests. Emeruwa appealed for the Lagos State Signage and Advertisement Agency (LASAA) to assist in publicity and branding efforts across the state, and he urged the Lagos State Government to lead security arrangements in coordination with CAF's security team.