Shettima tasks new CAF Scribe, Adamu on African football development, Nigeria’s interests

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
Vice President Kashim Shettima has challenged the newly appointed General Secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Samson Adamu, to use his position to advance African football while protecting and promoting Nigeria’s interests within the continental football governing body. Shettima gave the charge on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, while receiving Adamu, who recently made history as the first Nigerian to occupy the position in CAF’s 70-year history.
Congratulating Adamu on his appointment, the Vice President urged him to distinguish himself through exemplary leadership, integrity and service, stressing that his emergence ...