GADA and CAFL Forge Broadcast Partnership for 2027

The Global African Diaspora Awards (GADA) signed a two-year broadcasting agreement with the Continental American Football League of Africa (CAFL) on 20 November 2025. The deal will provide television coverage of the GADA awards ceremony in Nigeria, expected to commence in 2027.

GADA founder and CEO Obi-West Utchaychukwu, known as the Obi of Houston, stated that the partnership was not announced earlier due to CAFL's preparations for its formal launch in Nigeria. The agreement includes CAFL providing a broadcasting platform and financial support for the awards event, although specific television stations, distribution arrangements, and the number of countries receiving coverage have not been disclosed.

CAFL is initiating efforts to develop American football in Nigeria, with Benue State as the pilot location. CAFL Commissioner Muhammed El-Muhammed emphasized the initiative's focus on talent identification and grassroots participation.

GADA recognizes achievements in various fields, with its next awards ceremony scheduled for 7 November 2026 in Houston, United States.