The Commission for Women's Football of the Nigerien Football Federation (Fenifoot) opened a workshop on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at the Hotel Galaxi in Dosso. Organizers designed the training program to advance the development of women’s football across the country. Discussions during the event focus on leadership, governance, and the protection of female football players. The training is organized by the Commission for Women's Football of the Nigerien Football Federation (Fenifoot), which aims to provide a structured framework for the growth of the sport.
Regional Participation and Training Scope
Representatives from the regions of Tillabéri and Tahoua are participating in the workshop alongside local stakeholders. Their attendance reflects a national effort to integrate administrative and technical standards for women's football programs across Nigerien territories. By bringing together delegates from Tillabéri and Tahoua, the Commission for Women's Football of the Nigerien Football Federation (Fenifoot) hopes to foster a collaborative environment that addresses the unique challenges faced by female athletes in diverse parts of the country.
The workshop, which officially commenced on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at the Hotel Galaxi in Dosso, serves as a primary platform for stakeholders to examine current policies. The training focuses on leadership, governance, and the protection of female football players, ensuring that participants are equipped with the knowledge required to manage teams and organizations effectively. The presence of these regional representatives is intended to bridge the gap between national objectives and local implementation.
Abdou Tikire Ibrahim, Secretary General of the Dosso prefecture, addressed the current state of local athletic development during the proceedings. He stated that the number of women's football teams in Dosso is currently insufficient. Regarding the necessity for systemic improvement, Abdou Tikire Ibrahim said: "une situation qui appelle une mobilisation accrue des différents acteurs pour élargir la pratique et améliorer la représentation des équipes féminines lors des regroupements nationaux."
The Secretary General of the Dosso prefecture emphasized that the current limitations in team numbers require a strategic response from all involved parties. By noting the need for a broader base of participation, Abdou Tikire Ibrahim showed the importance of the workshop’s mission to increase the visibility and viability of women's football. The Commission for Women's Football of the Nigerien Football Federation (Fenifoot) continues to facilitate these discussions at the Hotel Galaxi in Dosso to ensure that the goals of leadership, governance, and the protection of female football players are met with actionable plans.
As the workshop proceeds, the focus remains on the specific requirements of the regions of Tillabéri and Tahoua, where local stakeholders are working to align their internal programs with the broader mandate established by the federation. The collaboration between the Commission for Women's Football of the Nigerien Football Federation (Fenifoot) and regional representatives marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts to standardize the sport's administration. Through this initiative, the organizers seek to create a sustainable path for female athletes, ensuring they receive the support necessary to excel in competitive environments throughout Niger.
