Nigeria U-17 Women’s National Team and Edo Queens forward Oluwakemi Adegbuyi has been nominated for the 2026 CAF Young Player of the Year award following an impressive campaign across domestic, regional and international competitions.

The talented forward has enjoyed a remarkable year, establishing herself as one of Nigeria’s promising young football talents through her performances for FC Robo Queens, Edo Queens and the Flamingos.

Adegbuyi was named Player of the Tournament for FC Robo Queens in the 2026 Nigeria Women’s Football League campaign, further highlighting her contribution at the domestic level. She also represented Edo Queens during the WAFU B Women’s Champions League qualifiers.

At the youth international level, Adegbuyi was named Player of the Tournament at the 2026 WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup, where she played a significant role in Nigeria’s unbeaten campaign, recording four goals and several assists as the Flamingos secured five victories from five matches.

Her impressive performances continued during the African qualifying series for the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup, where she scored three goals to help Nigeria secure qualification for the global tournament.

On the world stage in Morocco, Adegbuyi has continued to make her presence felt, scoring two goals during the ongoing FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.

She was also named Player of the Match following Nigeria’s opening victory against Puerto Rico, further underlining her importance to the Flamingos’ campaign.

The CAF Young Player of the Year nomination represents another significant recognition for Adegbuyi, whose outstanding performances throughout the year have continued to attract attention across African women’s football.

Her nomination further reflects the growing recognition of Nigeria’s emerging talents as the Flamingos continue their impressive journey at the 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup.