Veron Mosengo-Omba has resigned as general secretary of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the organisation confirmed on Sunday.
His departure comes during ongoing scrutiny of CAF following recent controversies linked to Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) decisions and wider concerns over governance.
Mosengo-Omba said he was stepping down after more than 30 years in international football administration.
“After over 30 years of an international professional career dedicated to promoting an ideal form of football that brings people together, educates, and creates opportunities for hope, I have decided to step down from my position as Secretary General of CAF to devote myself to more personal projects,” he said.
He added that he was leaving without regrets.
“Now that I have been able to dispel the suspicions that some people have gone to great lengths to cast on me, I can retire with peace of mind and without constraint,” he said.
CAF president Patrice Motsepe praised his contribution to African football.
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“I sincerely thank the CAF’s President Dr. Patrice Motsepe, my teams, and all those who, directly or indirectly, have enabled CAF and organised African football to make real and remarkable progress,” Mosengo-Omba added.
His exit follows tensions linked to AFCON 2025 decisions, including a disputed final involving Senegal and Morocco that is now before the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
The case has raised wider questions about CAF’s disciplinary process and decision-making.
CAF has faced growing calls for transparency as stakeholders push for reforms in how major rulings are handled.
Mosengo-Omba had also faced criticism during his tenure, although an internal investigation cleared him of wrongdoing. He was also questioned over staying in office beyond the organisation’s retirement age limit.
CAF has named competitions director Samson Adamu as interim general secretary.
A permanent replacement will be announced later as the body continues to deal with the fallout from ongoing disputes.