Africa Forward: Harnessing Sport for Inclusion, Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Development NAFA at UNGA 81 · Nigeria House, New York · 21 September 2026 Your Excellency, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, thank you for that keynote and for opening Nigeria House to this conversation. To our partners AUDA-NEPAD, NABU and the Cleveland Browns, to United Nations Nigeria,...
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) convened nearly 60 participants, including leaders from sport, government, international development, civil society, education and the private sector in New York for “Africa Forward: Harnessing Sport for Inclusion, Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Development,” its side event during the 81st United Nations General Assembly. Held on 21 September 2026 at...
NAFA to Host UNGA 81 Side Event on Sport for Development in AfricaThe Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) will host a side event at the 81st United Nations General Assembly titled “Africa Forward: Harnessing Sport for Inclusion, Youth Empowerment and Sustainable Development.” The event will bring together leaders across sport, development, education, government, philanthropy and...
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) has been approved as an Associate Member of the International Federation of American Football, making Nigeria the fourth African nation to receive this status. Notably, Nigerian teams excelled at the IFAF Africa Flag Football Continental Championships, winning gold. NAFA emphasizes gender equality and aims to empower 150,000 girls by 2030 through various initiatives.
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) has been approved as an Associate Member of the International Federation of American Football, making Nigeria the fourth African nation to receive this status. Notably, Nigerian teams excelled at the IFAF Africa Flag Football Continental Championships, winning gold. NAFA emphasizes gender equality and aims to empower 150,000 girls by 2030 through various initiatives.
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) has been approved as an Associate Member of the International Federation of American Football, making Nigeria the fourth African nation to receive this status. Notably, Nigerian teams excelled at the IFAF Africa Flag Football Continental Championships, winning gold. NAFA emphasizes gender equality and aims to empower 150,000 girls by 2030 through various initiatives.
The Gridiron Gems Initiative aims to empower girls at the Special Correctional Centre for Girls in Lagos through flag football, fostering leadership, teamwork, and confidence. By integrating vocational skills and sustaining mentorship, the program promotes personal growth and rehabilitation, demonstrating the transformative power of sport in marginalized communities.
.…An Insightful Discussion with Babajide Akeredolu, President of NAFA (Extracted from Flag Football Nation 6th Edition – June 2024) In his office overlooking the streets of Lagos, Babajide Akeredolu sits poised, embodying passion and determination that has propelled flag football into the spotlight across Nigeria. As the President of the Nigerian American Football Association (NAFA),...
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) and the Cleveland Browns will launch the "ONE BALL, ONE FLAG, OUR FUTURE" initiative in April 2026, distributing 2,000 footballs and 5,000 flags to promote American football among Nigerian youth. This program aims to significantly expand access to the sport across secondary schools nationwide.
The Nigeria American Football Association (NAFA) concluded 2025 with a dual-event celebration in Lagos, including a marathon and a tackle football exhibition. Sponsored by Browns Nigeria, the day highlighted community engagement and promoted fitness through the "Now We Move" campaign, fostering local interest in American football and women's participation in sports.
