2027 AFCON: Falcon delegates to present Nigerias hosting bid in Cairo

The Minister for Sports Development, John Owan-Enoh is set to present Nigeria’s interest to host the coming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) at the (CAF) Executive Committee meeting in Cairo on Wednesday.

The Minister said He and the leadership of the Nigeria Football Federation, (NFF) will be attending the meeting as representatives of the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The representatives represent and present Nigeria’s interests and also will make their presentation to the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).

Nigeria and the Republic of Benin had presented a joint bid to host the AFCON in 2027.

All countries who submitted bids to host the AFCON tournament in 2025 and 2027 respectively are expected to attend the meeting.

The Nigerian delegation includes NFF President, Ibrahim Gusau; General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi, and bid Coordinator, Mainasara Ilo.

The Independent Assessment Committee of CAF will submit their reports for assessment and discussion by the CAF EXCO.