Nigerian forwards Janet Akekoromowei and Oluwakemi Adegbuyi have been nominated for the Women’s Young Player of the Year award at the 2026 CAF Awards.
The duo are among 10 players shortlisted for the individual honour, which recognises emerging talent in African women’s football.
Their nominations place Nigeria among the countries represented in the category, following the players’ performances in the women’s game.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the nominees as follows:
- Romaine Gandonou
- Maéva Nyadjou
- Grace-Ruth Sery
- N’Sira Ouédraogo
- Rose Kadzere
- Fautina Azraf
- Janet Akekoromowei
- Oluwakemi Adegbuyi
- Adji Ndiaye
- Winfrida Gerald
Akekoromowei and Adegbuyi’s inclusion gives Nigeria two representatives in the category and highlights the country’s presence among the emerging talents in African women’s football.
The 2026 CAF Awards will recognise outstanding achievements across the continent, with the Women’s Young Player of the Year category among the individual honours to be presented.
