A Proud Nigerian Moment: Ademola Lookman Speaks Yoruba In Victory Speech At CAF Awards

A Proud Nigerian Moment: Ademola Lookman Speaks Yoruba In Victory Speech At CAF Awards

On December 16, 2024, Nigerian footballer Ademola Lookman was awarded the prestigious African Player of the Year title at the 2024 Confederation of African Football (CAF) Awards held in Marrakech,…A Proud Nigerian Moment: Ademola Lookman Speaks Yoruba In Victory Speech At CAF Awards

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In his acceptance speech, Lookman, who spoke in Yoruba, expressed his gratitude, saying, “Good evening, Nigeria. I greet all of you; thank you, I appreciate it. First, I thank Almighty God for everything in my life and all the blessings.” He continued, “I want to thank the presidents, my teammates, my club, and my country for their support and love.”

Reflecting on his journey, Lookman shared, “Just over four years ago, I failed in front of the world. Fast forward, and now I’m the best player in Africa.”

Lookman’s extraordinary year on the field, highlighted by his sensational skills, rapid pace, and goal-scoring ability, played a significant role in his club Atalanta’s success in Serie A and Nigeria’s qualification for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. He narrowly beat strong contenders, including Morocco’s Achraf Hakimi, Ivory Coast’s Simon Adingra, Guinea’s Serhou Guirassy, and South Africa’s Ronwen Williams, to claim the title.

Lookman’s achievement is a testament to his relentless dedication and the immense support from his fans, teammates, and nation.

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