As the prestigious CAF Female Awards 2024 approaches, Nigeria celebrates a significant presence in the nominees’ list for various categories. The awards, set to take place on December 16, 2024, in Marrakech, Morocco, will honor achievements in African women’s football from January to October 2024.
Nigerian Stars and Clubs in the Spotlight
Women’s Player of the Year
Nigerian international Rasheedat Ajibade (Atletico Madrid) and Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC) lead Nigeria’s representation in the fiercely competitive category. They face stiff competition from global stars like Tabitha Chawinga (Malawi) and Barbara Banda (Zambia).
Goalkeeper of the Year
The goalkeeping prowess of Chiamaka Nnadozie (Paris FC) and Monle Oyono (Edo Queens) places them as strong contenders alongside Morocco’s Khadija Er-Rmichi and South Africa’s Andile Dlamini.
Interclub Player of the Year
Nigeria’s Emem Essien (Edo Queens) is celebrated for her stellar performance during the CAF Women’s Champions League group stages. She is joined by notable players like Morocco’s Doha El Madani and South Africa’s Amogelang Motau.
Young Player of the Year
Nigeria boasts two nominees: Flourish Sabastine (Stade de Reims) and Chiamaka Okuchukwu (Rivers Angels), recognized for their exceptional talent and contributions to their respective teams.
Coach of the Year
Nigerian coaching talent shines with Moses Adukwu (Edo Queens) among the nominees. Other contenders include Bankole Olowookere (Nigeria U-17) and Chris Danjuma (Nigeria U-20).
National Team of the Year
Nigeria’s senior team, U-17, and U-20 teams are all in contention, a testament to the country’s continued dominance in African football.
Club of the Year
Edo Queens represent Nigeria in this category, competing against top African clubs such as Morocco’s AS FAR and South Africa’s Mamelodi Sundowns.
Complete List of Nigerian Nominees in Key Categories
Player of the Year
- Rasheedat Ajibade (Nigeria / Atletico Madrid)
- Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria / Paris FC)
Goalkeeper of the Year
- Chiamaka Nnadozie (Nigeria / Paris FC)
- Monle Oyono (Nigeria / Edo Queens)
Interclub Player of the Year
- Emem Essien (Nigeria / Edo Queens)
- Monle Oyono (Nigeria / Edo Queens)
Young Player of the Year
- Flourish Sabastine (Nigeria / Stade de Reims)
- Chiamaka Okuchukwu (Nigeria / Rivers Angels)
Coach of the Year
- Moses Adukwu (Edo Queens)
- Bankole Olowookere (Nigeria U-17)
- Chris Danjuma (Nigeria U-20)
The Road to Victory
Winners will be determined through votes from a panel comprising members of the CAF Technical Committee, media professionals, and coaches and captains from CAF Member Associations and clubs in CAF interclub competitions.
This year’s awards not only highlight Nigeria’s football talent but also emphasize the country’s vital contributions to the growth of African football.
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