Eguavoen completes FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma in Zurich

Published on: 27 December 2025

Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Coach Augustine Eguavoen was among 32 Technical Directors from FIFA Member Associations worldwide who completed the 20-month FIFA Technical Leadership Diploma programme, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

The programme culminated in a convocation ceremony held a couple of weeks ago at the Home of FIFA in Zurich, Switzerland.

Notably, only two participants represented the African continent in the prestigious programme, Eguavoen and Namibia’s Jaqueline Shipanga — underlining the significance of the achievement for African football development.

Coach Eguavoen also featured in a group photograph alongside all 32 graduates at the ceremony, marking the successful completion of the elite leadership course.

By Oluwadamilola Olaleye 

Comments