FEAR, POWER & SILENCE: INSIDE AFRICAN FOOTBALL’S SCANDAL!
The Empire of Fear
Explosive allegations are shaking African football.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) is said to be gripped by fear — and all fingers point at its general secretary, Véron Mosengo-Omba.
Multiple insiders have accused him of running the organisation like his own kingdom, where those who dare to speak up are fired — no warning, no explanation.
“It’s like living in a dictatorship,” one senior employee told reporters. “If you talk, you’re gone.”
Voices Silenced
Former head of governance Hannan Nur and chief operating officer Abiola Ijasanmi were among those sacked after reporting alleged misconduct.
Their reports claimed breaches of governance, interference with audits, and “whitewashed” investigations.
Insiders say the so-called independent committees no longer function freely.
“Nothing moves without Véron’s approval,” said one former staffer. “He manipulates decisions and fills top jobs with his friends.”
Fear and Loyalty over Football
Several sources claim Mosengo-Omba has surrounded himself with loyalists from his home country, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, many said to be underqualified.
“He abuses his power to place his people in key positions,” said one insider. “CAF is no longer about football — it’s about protecting power.”
The atmosphere, staff say, is “unethical, unprofessional and stressful.”
The President Who’s Never There
Meanwhile, CAF president Patrice Motsepe is accused of being almost invisible.
“He’s been to the headquarters only twice in four years,” said a senior employee. “He has no idea what’s happening inside.”
With the general secretary in full control, employees describe a broken system where development projects are ignored and fear rules the corridors.
Money, Control, and Secrets
CAF recently announced a profit of nearly $9.5 million — calling it a financial success.
But insiders say the opposite: finances are “fragile,” and audits are blocked.
Sources also claim Mosengo-Omba has sole control over development funds, with little transparency or oversight. “If you ask questions, you’re silenced,” said one whistleblower.
The Man Who Won’t Leave
Mosengo-Omba turns 66 this month — the official retirement age — but he’s reportedly planning to stay on and even move operations to Morocco ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations.
“He should step down,” one official said. “But he won’t.”
Former officials have already taken legal action for unfair dismissal, and more could follow.
Denials and Damage Done
CAF has stayed silent, while Mosengo-Omba insists he has “acted with full integrity” and that investigations will clear his name.
But inside CAF, many say the trust is gone.
What Next for African Football?
With the Africa Cup of Nations approaching and morale at rock bottom, fans are left asking:
Can CAF clean up its house — or is the game being lost off the pitch?
