The Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has described Ademola Lookman’s coronation as the 2024 CAF Player of the Year as a well-deserved victory that will ignite positive momentum for Nigerian sports.
This was contained in a press statement signed by Kola Daniel, Special Adviser Media, Office of the Director General, NSC.
Daniel disclosed that in spite of his tight schedules, Olopade was live at the Awards in Marrakech, Morocco to support the 27-year old Nigerian player, as he extolled his special talent.
The DG stated that Lookman’s triumph serves as an inspiration for Nigerian athletes and aligns with the nation’s renewed vision for sports development under the current administration.
“Lookman’s win cannot be questioned, as he rose above all his peers on the continent,” Olopade stated.
The Nigerian forward beat strong contenders, including Serhou Guirassy (Guinea), Achraf Hakimi (Morocco), and Ronwen Williams (South Africa), to claim the prestigious award.
Olopade emphasised that Lookman’s achievement is a reflection of hard work, consistency, and the limitless potential of Nigerian athletes on the global stage. He added that such wins are vital for boosting morale and inspiring a new generation of talent as Nigeria charts a transformative path in sports administration.
