Togo Football Federation Sets Date for Elective Congress Amid Leadership Transition
By [Reporter Name], BBC Sport Africa
The Togolese Football Federation (FTF) has officially announced that its next General Assembly will take place on November 4, 2014, in the capital city, Lomé. The meeting is set to serve as an Elective Congress, marking the end of the current executive board’s four-year mandate and paving the way for new leadership.
In a formal letter addressed to the nation’s football clubs, the FTF confirmed the timing and purpose of the assembly:
“The mandate of the Executive Board of the Togolese Football Federation elected at the Congress of November 5, 2010 ends on November 5, 2014,” the correspondence states.
To ensure a smooth transition in line with the federation’s statutes, clubs have been officially invited to participate in the Congress. The event will be held in accordance with the FTF statutes adopted on July 21, 2008, in Sokodé, underscoring the commitment to a legal and transparent process.
The FTF also reminded clubs of their procedural obligations, asking them to submit written proposals to the federation through the general secretariat. These submissions must be made 15 days prior to the formal convocation, in compliance with Article 28.1, paragraph 2 of the federation’s statutes.
The announcement comes at a critical juncture for Togolese football, which has seen various administrative and performance-related challenges in recent years. As stakeholders prepare for the Elective Congress, attention will be focused on the emergence of new leadership capable of revitalising the national game and restoring public trust in the federation’s governance.
The election is expected to draw significant interest from clubs, officials, and supporters alike, with potential candidates—such as Kossi Adjodo, who has already declared his intention to run—likely to frame their campaigns around reform, accountability, and the future development of Togolese football.
The November 4 gathering promises to be more than a procedural formality; it represents a potential turning point for a footballing nation eager to return to stability and growth on and off the pitch.
