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.
GCMP Launches Across Three States, Connecting Girls to Mentorship, Menstrual Health and Flag Football
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.
One Flag. One Future.
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.
NAFA’s impact grows as Cleveland Browns report highlights 30,000+ Nigerian introductions to American football
The biggest game on the planet is hitting the heart of VI, and NAFA is throwing the only watch party that matters!
We’re taking over Bature Brewery to bring you the electrifying energy of the Super Bowl mixed with that undeniable Lagos spirit. 🏈🌍 #NAFAxBrowns #SuperBowl #FlagFootballNigeria #FlagFootball #BrownsNigeria
A Tournament to Remember: NAFA U-13 Co-Ed Flag Football Invitational (2nd Edition)
The biggest game on the planet is hitting the heart of VI, and NAFA is throwing the only watch party that matters!
We’re taking over Bature Brewery to bring you the electrifying energy of the Super Bowl mixed with that undeniable Lagos spirit. 🏈🌍 #NAFAxBrowns #SuperBowl #FlagFootballNigeria #FlagFootball #BrownsNigeria
NAFA Super Bowl Watch Party 2026: How American Football Brought Fans Together in Lagos.
The biggest game on the planet is hitting the heart of VI, and NAFA is throwing the only watch party that matters!
We’re taking over Bature Brewery to bring you the electrifying energy of the Super Bowl mixed with that undeniable Lagos spirit. 🏈🌍 #NAFAxBrowns #SuperBowl #FlagFootballNigeria #FlagFootball #BrownsNigeria
Gridiron Gems Promotes Flag For Social Rehabilitation At The Special Correctional Centre For Girls, Idi-Araba
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.
NAFA’S LEGACY: A New Era for Football in Nigeria
.…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), Akeredolu has been instrumental in uniting and energizing the American football community in a country where soccer has long dominated the sports scene. In this interview with FFN he shares the remarkable journey of NAFA, the challenges overcome, and his ambitious vision for the future...
NAFA Partners with Cleveland Browns and NFL FLAG to Launch “ONE BALL, ONE FLAG, OUR FUTURE” Initiative.
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.
NAFA Dominates Lagos with Historic Double-Header, Ushering in End-of-Year Celebrations
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.