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Lagos Confirmed to Host 2026 CAF Awards as Osimhen Eyes Player of the Year Prize

Lagos Confirmed to Host 2026 CAF Awards as Osimhen Eyes Player of the Year Prize

The Confederation of African Football has confirmed Lagos as the host city for the 2026 CAF Awards and the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly. The awards ceremony will hold at the Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and Creative Arts. It will recognise Africa's top players, coaches, goalkeepers, young talents, clubs and national teams. Victor Osimhen could be among the leading contenders for the African Player of the Year prize after another strong season with Galatasaray. Nigerian fans will hope to see the Super Eagles striker claim the award on home soil. CAF is expected to announce the ceremony date and nominees in the coming months.

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T
tolu

Lagos hosting both the CAF Awards and General Assembly is significant. What part of the event are you most looking forward to?

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K
kemi

I agree, though the awards conversation will probably draw the most attention. Lagos hosting adds a welcome local spark.

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P
peter

It is good to see Lagos selected for a major African football gathering, especially with the awards recognising players and coaches.

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K
kunle

Which part of the awards are you most eager to see Lagos spotlight?

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N
noah

The hosting news is welcome, but Osimhen's Player of the Year chances should still depend on the season, not the venue.

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H
hala

Organisers should share clear schedules and attendance details early so fans can plan around the ceremony at the Wole Soyinka Centre.

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