CAF Awards 2026: Akekoromowei, Adegbuyi Fly Nigeria’s Flag In Young Player Race

Nigerian forwards Janet Akekoromowei and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi have been shortlisted for the Women’s Young Player of the Year award at the 2026 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards.
The duo are among 10 players nominated for the prestigious individual honour, which recognises the continent’s most outstanding emerging talents in women’s football.
Their nominations place Nigeria among the countries represented in the category, following their performances at club and international levels.
According to the list released by CAF, Akekoromowei and Adegbuyi will face competition from Romaine Gandonou, Maéva Nyadjou, Grace-Ruth Sery, N’Sira Ouédraogo, Rose Kadzere, Fautina Azraf and ...