NFF appoints Ayo Abdulrahaman as NPFL Chief Operating Officer
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Dr Ayo Abdulrahaman as the new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), with immediate effect.
The appointment was announced on Friday, August 28, the same day the 2026/27 NPFL season officially kicked off with a headline fixture between CAF Confederation Cup representatives Shooting Stars and newly promoted Inter Lagos FC at the Adamasingba Stadium in Ibadan.
Abdulrahaman, who holds a doctorate degree in Sports Administration, brings extensive experience and a strong understanding of football organisation and administration to the position. He has worked across various leagues within the Nigerian football structure.
NFF Interim General Secretary, Dr Emmanuel Ikpeme, MON, explained that the appointment followed the Federation’s directive issued on Thursday, August 27, to all Board Members, Chief Executive Officers of the various leagues and Chief Operating Officers who are not members of NFF staff to vacate their positions.
Abdulrahaman’s appointment takes immediate effect as he assumes responsibility for the operations of the NPFL.
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