The Cameroon Football Federation (Fecafoot), led with an iron fist by Samuel Eto’o, is once again at the center of financial controversies. After being shaken by several international scandals involving the national team, the organization is now under fire nationally. It and its president are accused of owing several thousand euros to the reigning champions of Cameroon and recent Super Cup winners, Colombe Sportive du Dja et Lobo.
According to Doko Edjiane, president of the Violet and White administration committee, Fecafoot has accumulated a debt of nearly 304,900 euros, which is about 200 million FCFA, corresponding to unpaid bonuses and grants. During the club’s general assembly last weekend, he detailed:
“We still haven’t received the payment for the Cameroon Super Cup 2025, which is 50 million FCFA (76,224.5 €). The championship trophy for 2025 also remains unpaid, at 50 million FCFA. The same goes for the Cameroon Cup 2024 and the 50 million FCFA for participating in the African Champions League. As for state subsidies, they haven’t been paid for four seasons.”
This situation highlights the ongoing financial difficulties within Fecafoot and reignites the debate over the management of Cameroonian football.
Attempts to revive the situation have gone unanswered, as a club insider shared with our colleagues at Sport News Africa. For now, no action from the Ministry of Sports is planned: “The interlocutor in this situation remains Fecafoot. That could change,” the source added.
Despite these challenges, Colombe Sportive du Dja et Lobo claims to be up to date with its players and employees. The club continues to operate thanks to the support of local elites, fans, partners, and revenue generated from the stadium.
