A Detty Decemberto Remember ーAFCON Returns to Restore a Nation’s Pride
Nigerians can look forward to a truly unifying football experience this December as the Super Eagles prepare for the 35th Edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco. The Confederation of African Football (CAF), as event owner, together with New World Televisions (NWTV), the exclusive Pay-Per-View and Free-to-Air rights holder, has confirmed that the tournament will be fully accessible to Nigerians courtesy of AfroSport and its nationwide FTA broadcast network.
AfroSport AFCON Extends National Free-to-Air Reach
As the backbone of broadcasting in Nigeria, Free-to-Air television remains the single most powerful distribution platform in the country 一 reaching more than 33 million TV homes across every nook and cranny of Nigeria.
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With this unparalleled reach, AfroSport once again guarantees that AFCON will remain a truly national event, accessible to all Nigerians regardless of geography, income, or technology.
Historic Hat-Trick as AfroSport AFCON Coverage Continues
Having successfully delivered the 2022 and 2024 editions of AFCON, the 2025 tournament marks a historic hat-trick for AfroSport Nigeria’s undisputed FTA sports champion. The matches will be presented and distributed nationwide through the Broadcasting Organisations of Nigeria (BON), the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) as the national broadcaster, and AfroSport’s growing network of FTA affiliate partners.
Partnership Reaffirmed: AfroSport AFCON Commitment
Chief Consultant Akintunde-Johnson Bada, announcing the partnership, stated:
“We are proud to once again receive CAF’s trust and to deliver this most important event to every Nigerian home. AFCON 2025 arrives at a critical moment for Nigerian football, and we all hope our boys can go one better than they did in lvory Coast tWO years ago. FTA television remains the people’s platform, and AfroSport is committed to ensuring that every Nigerian can be part of this journey.”
NWTV Strengthens AfroSport AFCON Rights Delivery
NWTV’s Managing Director, Mr. Nimonka Kolani, added: “By securing the AFCON 2025 Free-to-Air rights, AfroSport guarantees that all Nigerians will be able to follow their heroes in Morocco. CAF, under the leadership of Dr. Patrice Motsepe, has enabled this partnership with AfroSport, and it continues to bring joy to millions of football fans across Nigeria.”
Christmas Football Spectacle for 2025
AFCON 2025 is highly anticipated as one of the most exciting editions yet一a rare Christmas football spectacle, running from 21 December 2025 to 18 January 2026, with Morocco continuing its rise as a powerhouse in African and world football. The opening match will feature Morocco vs. Comoros on 21 December.
Nigeria’s Fixtures Under AfroSport AFCON Coverage
Nigeria will begin its Group C campaign on 23 December against Tanzania, followed by fixtures against Tunisia (271December) and Uganda (30 December)ーall of which will be available nationwide free-to-air.
Nationwide Unity Expected Through AfroSport AFCON Access
With AfroSport’s leadership and the unmatched distribution power of FTA broadcasting, AFCON 2025promises to unite the nation once again一live, free, and everywhere.
