Congratulations have poured in after Super Eagles star, Ademola Lookman was crowned African Player of the Year for 2024. The Atalanta star was named the best player on the continent at a well attended ceremony in Marrakech, Morocco on Monday night.
“Deserved brother, we are proud of you!” Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, wrote on X. 'My brother, the best player in Africa, well deserved,” Chelsea’s Tosin Adarabioyo commented, while former Leicester City teammate, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall also sang Lookman’s praises: “Come a long way, so proud bro. Most humble, hardworking guy.' Nigeria's top politicians were not left out as they felicitated with the 27-year-old.
'Lookman had a great performance at the previous AFCON competition and is a reliable player for his team, Atalanta. 'The back to back victory for Nigeria in the CAF Men’s Category, after Victor Osimhen’s victory last year reflects the strong showing our country’s athletes put on their respective stages. 'I also send my felicitations to Chiamaka Nnadozie for winning the Best Women’s Goalkeeper Prize,' he added.
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