CAF Secretary-General Steps Down Amid AFCON Turmoil

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The Confederation of African Football is in upheaval after General Secretary Veron Mosengo-Omba announced his resignation. The 66-year-old, appointed in 2021, faced criticism for serving past CAF’s retirement age and allegations of a toxic workplace. His exit coincides with fallout from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final and the sudden postponement of the women’s tournament. Although an internal probe cleared him of wrongdoing, many view his departure as linked to a broader crisis of confidence within CAF. In his resignation statement, Mosengo-Omba said he leaves with a clear conscience. Reports indicate that CAF’s competitions director, Samson Adamu, will act as interim general secretary while the body awaits a CAS decision on Senegal’s appeal over the AFCON title ruling.

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