Nigerian Referee Akintoye to Officiate WAFCON Semi-Final

Yemisi Eunice Akintoye, a Nigerian referee, has been appointed to officiate the semi-final match between Algeria and Malawi at the ongoing 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. This announcement was made by Chukwudi Ejimofor, the National Publicity Secretary of the Nigeria Football Referees’ Association (NFRA).

Akintoye's appointment is significant as it highlights Nigeria's continued presence in the tournament, even after the Super Falcons were eliminated in the knockout stage. Sir Kelechi Mejuobi, the Acting President of the NFRA, praised Akintoye's progress as a milestone for Nigerian refereeing, emphasizing the potential and quality of Nigerian officials in international competitions.

He expressed confidence in Akintoye's ability to perform well in the semi-final, viewing her appointment as an encouraging development for other Nigerian referees aspiring to officiate at major international events. Akintoye's involvement in the tournament underscores the importance of consistent performance by Nigerian match officials.