Your Membership
Join the union built for footballers.
One membership. Every stage of your career protected — from your first academy contract to life after retirement.
3,400+
Active members
1 day
Support response
₦0
For academy & retired
48h
Average verification
Why join
A union that actually shows up.
PFWADA members get real, practical help — not paperwork. When it matters, we answer.
- Confidential member support requests
- Confidential mental health services
- Legal contract review by qualified lawyers
- Injury care and rehabilitation network
- Funded coaching qualifications (CAF C/B)
- Financial and pension planning
- Career transition programmes
- Safeguarding and welfare protection
Membership tiers
Academy
Free
Players 15–18 in registered academies
- Safeguarding & welfare
- Introduction courses
- Family guidance
- Anti-agent education
Most members
Professional
₦5,000/yr
Contracted NPFL & overseas professionals
- All Academy benefits
- Legal & contract review
- Mental health & injury care
- Pension & tax guidance
- Career transition support
Retired
Free
Former professionals of any era
- RECONNECT community
- Brain health screening
- Coaching pathways
- Business & mentoring network
How to join
- 1
Check eligibility
You must be a current, former or academy-registered professional footballer.
- 2
Complete your profile
Add ID, career details and preferred contact — takes about five minutes.
- 3
Choose your tier
Academy and retired membership is free. Professional membership is ₦5,000 per year.
- 4
Verification
We verify with your club or the NFF within 48 hours.
- 5
You're in
You'll receive your membership ID, digital card and access to the member portal.
Common questions