Strategic leadership summit in Abuja charts new course for West African women’s football

Ghana Women’s Football delegation joins fellows from other nations at the Confederation of African Football (CAF)/ West African Football Union (WAFU) ‘B’ Women’s Football Administrators Workshop in Abuja, Nigeria.

The ongoing workshop has emerged as a pivotal platform for reshaping the governance and operational landscape of the sport across the continent.

This high-level gathering, which commenced on April 26 and is scheduled to conclude today, April 28, 2026, serves as a critical nexus for decision-makers and administrative professionals from across the West B Zone.

By fostering a collaborative environment, the workshop addresses the unique challenges faced by member associations while aligning their local strategies with the broader vision of the CAF.

Central to the agenda is a deep dive into the practical realities and socio-economic factors influencing football development within various regional zones.

The three-day intensive programme focuses on empowering women in leadership roles, ensuring that the administrative backbone of the sport is as robust and dynamic as the athletes on the pitch.

Participants are engaging in rigorous discussions regarding structural development projects, financial sustainability and the creation of long-term pathways for the next generation of female sports personnel and executives.

This initiative underscores a collective commitment to moving beyond grassroots participation toward a more professionalised and commercially viable ecosystem for women’s football.

The FA’s commitment

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has demonstrated its dedication to this continental mission by deploying two of its key administrative figures to the Nigerian capital.

Representing the GFA at the workshop are Hannah Ofosua Asare from the National Teams Department and Jennifer Amankwaa Sarpong, Head of Women’s Football Development; both of whom are actively contributing to the dialogue.

Their presence in Abuja signifies a proactive approach to adopting international best practices and integrating global administrative standards into the national framework. By participating in these high-level sessions, the GFA representatives are gaining the tools necessary to refine domestic league structures and enhance the support systems surrounding the national teams.

As the workshop concludes today, the expectations for its lasting impact remain high. The insights garnered from these sessions are intended to provide a blueprint for systemic change within the WAFU-B zone, creating a ripple effect that strengthens football federations from the inside out.

By prioritising administrative excellence and leadership diversity, the workshop is not merely a temporary meeting of minds but a foundational step toward a future where West African women’s football is defined by professional integrity, structural stability and unprecedented growth.

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