Senegalese Football Federation president Augustin Senghor has resigned as Confederation of African Football (CAF) first vice-president after losing the election to become a FIFA Council member at the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo, Egypt.
Senghor managed only 13 votes in the elections on Wednesday and took the loss as an undeniable indication that he is no longer worthy of the vice-presidency despite having two more years left.
“There is a logic and coherence to be respected, and I have always been keen to be coherent in my commitments. From the day the regular members were elected, I am once again becoming a simple member of the executive committee,” Senghor stated.
Although he continues in office as a CAF Executive Committee member through 2027, he felt he needed to step down.
“We now have to wish them good luck. For us, we will certainly pay a price. At any rate, the immediate price, in my view, is that, in this context, I do not see myself holding the role of first vice-president,” he added.
His resignation reflects his commitment to principles over prestige. He remains dedicated to African football’s development, now focusing entirely on his CAF Executive Committee role.
