In a move to enhance the quality of football coaching in Nigeria, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has inaugurated the CAF B License Coaching Course after a seven-year break.
The program, which commenced yesterday at the FIFA Goal Project site within the Package B section of the MKO Abiola National Stadium in Abuja, will see 25 coaches undergo intensive training as they work towards meeting the Confederation of African Football (CAF)’s certification requirements.
CAF has established a structured framework for coaching certifications aimed at equipping coaches across the continent with essential skills and knowledge. These certifications, which span from foundational to elite levels, cater to coaches at various stages of their careers.
The CAF B License specifically targets coaches seeking advanced training, particularly those aiming to manage professional or semi-professional teams.
The course is designed to deepen tactical understanding and prepare coaches to handle the more complex demands of the modern game.
Speaking at the inauguration, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau expressed his delight at the programme’s revival, noting it as a fulfillment of one of his campaign promises.
He encouraged the participating coaches to give their best and make the federation proud.
“Just as we said during the campaign, I am glad we are moving forward just as we promised. We had done a coaching course for only females recently and I am glad we are moving up to train 25 coaches.
“I want to urge all of you here to give your full concentration to this course so that we can be proud of you. Before our tenure ends next year, we will organise the CAF A course,” he declared.
In the same vein, the NFF Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, said the course had been in the works for a long time and was glad it was being held.
“It has been seven years since we had this course. It wasn’t our making but when we came on board, we were challenged to do this.
“In the past, we used to have large numbers but because CAF wanted effective learning, it was restricted to a minimal number, hence why we are training 25 coaches with one coming in from Tanzania,” he stated.
