Super Eagles stars Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman have a chance to celebrate on home soil, as the 2026 CAF Awards has been scheduled to take place in Lagos, Soccernet.ng reports.

​The CAF Awards is the biggest and most prestigious football awards ceremony on the continent. As it stands, only six Super Eagles players (past and present) have won the coveted prize.

​The last time Nigeria hosted the event was for the 2016 edition, which took place in January 2017 in Abuja. It was held at the International Conference Centre. Riyad Mahrez and Asisat Oshoala carted away the men’s and women’s Player of the Year (POTY) awards that year.

​Since then, Nigeria has not hosted the ceremony. However, reports have now emerged that the event will be held at the newly transformed Wole Soyinka Centre for Culture and the Creative Arts in Lagos.

​This announcement is a significant milestone for Nigerian football, coming at a time when the country is also set to welcome the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in October.

​Can Victor Osimhen or Ademola Lookman Win the CAF POTY?

​Aside from the fact that winning the hosting rights is a win for Nigeria, the occasion could become even sweeter for Osimhen and Lookman if they get the chance to lift the ultimate individual prize in front of their home fans.

​Both Super Eagles forwards are expected to be among the top contenders when CAF unveils its shortlist for the Men’s Player of the Year award.

​Osimhen enjoyed a very good season in front of goal, racking up 22 goals and eight assists in 33 games. He secured the league title with Galatasaray and stood…