Amin Mohamed Omar, the Egyptian referee, will take charge of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Nigeria and Benin Republic, scheduled for next Saturday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Omar will be accompanied by fellow Egyptians Mahmoud Abouelregal (Assistant Referee 1), Ahmad Hossam Taha (Assistant Referee 2), and Ahmed ElGhandour (Fourth Official) as they oversee the encounter between the three-time African champions and a Benin side managed by former Nigeria coach Gernot Rohr.
Additionally, Ghanaian official Munkaila Nassam Adam will serve as the match commissioner, with Fatou Gaye from Senegal acting as referee assessor, and Ivorian Atte Claude Elloh taking on the role of security officer.
This match will also mark the debut of Bruno Labbadia as the Super Eagles’ new head coach, following his appointment on Tuesday.
