The Guinea Football Federation (FGF) presidential election has reached a new stage as the electoral commission has released a provisional list of validated candidatures. Ahead of the elective general assembly of the FGF's Executive Committee on October 27, 2026, the commission has declared four presidential candidatures admissible. These are led by Mamadou Antonio Souaré, Ibrahima Kalil Kaba, Mamady Doumbouya, and Mohamed Cherif Haidara, each with 13 candidates on their list.
The electoral commission received five initial submissions, but one candidature, led by Ousmane Conté, was disqualified due to substantial irregularities. The commission cited several reasons for the rejection, including the presentation of only three letters of support, whereas five are required by article 36.4 of the statutes. Additionally, the functions attributed to the list members were not indicated, and six candidates on the list lacked constitutive documents, which were not regularized within the given timeframe.
The validated candidatures will proceed to the next stage of the election process. Mamadou Antonio Souaré, Ibrahima Kalil Kaba, Mamady Doumbouya, and Mohamed Cherif Haidara will continue their campaigns, aiming to lead the FGF. The election is scheduled for October 27, 2026, and the outcome will determine the future of football administration in Guinea.
The disqualified candidate, Ousmane Conté, has the opportunity to appeal the commission's decision. According to article 13, paragraph 1 of the FGF electoral code, concerned candidates and lists have three working days from the notification of the decision to formulate potential appeals. This allows for a review of the commission's decision and potentially changes to the list of validated candidatures.
The FGF election is a significant event in Guinean football, as it will determine the leadership and direction of the sport in the country. The validated candidatures represent different visions and approaches to managing football in Guinea. The election outcome will likely have a substantial impact on the development and success of football in the country.
The electoral commission's decision has been made public, and the validated candidatures have been announced. The commission's role in ensuring the integrity and transparency of the election process is crucial. By disqualifying a candidature due to irregularities, the commission demonstrates its commitment to upholding the rules and regulations of the election.
The FGF presidential election will take place on October 27, 2026. The election will determine the next president of the Guinea Football Federation, who will be responsible for guiding the development of football in the country. The validated candidatures represent a range of options for the future of Guinean football.
Key points
- The Guinea Football Federation electoral commission has validated four presidential candidatures and disqualified one due to irregularities.
- The validated candidatures are led by Mamadou Antonio Souaré, Ibrahima Kalil Kaba, Mamady Doumbouya, and Mohamed Cherif Haidara.
- The disqualified candidate, Ousmane Conté, has three working days to appeal the commission's decision.