BREAKING NEWS: CAF Secretary General Véron Mosengo-Omba Resigns After Decades of Service
The Secretary General of the Confederation of African Football, Véron Mosengo-Omba, has officially announced his resignation, bringing to a close a distinguished international career spanning over three decades in football administration.
In a statement released on Sunday, Mosengo-Omba revealed that his decision to step down was driven by a desire to focus on personal projects after years of dedicated service to the global football community.
Reflecting on his tenure, he noted that his career had been committed to promoting football as a unifying force capable of educating, inspiring, and creating opportunities for hope across societies.
“After over 30 years of an international professional career dedicated to promoting an ideal form of football that brings people together, educates, and creates opportunities for hope, I have decided to step down from my position as Secretary General of CAF to devote myself to more personal projects,” he stated.
He further emphasized that he leaves office with a clear conscience, having addressed and dispelled allegations and suspicions that had been raised against him.
“Now that I have been able to dispel the suspicions that some people have gone to great lengths to cast on me, I can retire with peace of mind and without constraint, leaving CAF more prosperous than ever,” he added.
Mosengo-Omba also expressed deep appreciation to the CAF leadership, particularly the President, Patrice Motsepe, as well as his colleagues and stakeholders who contributed to the advancement of African football during his tenure.
“I sincerely thank CAF’s President, my teams, and all those who, directly or indirectly, have enabled CAF and organized African football to make real and remarkable progress. Let us hope that the progress made will last and be sustained,” he concluded.
His resignation marks the end of a significant chapter in African football governance, with many crediting his leadership for contributing to structural reforms and growth within CAF.