The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), 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.
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 said.
Lookman beat strong contenders including Serhou Guirassy (Guinea), Achraf Hakimi (Morocco) and Ronwen Williams (South Africa) to claim the prestigious award.
Olopade, who described Lookman’s achievement as a reflection of hard work, consistency and the limitless potential of Nigerian athletes on the global stage, said such wins are vital for boosting morale and inspiring a new generation of talent as Nigeria charts a transformative path in sports administration.
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