Mikel Obi Recalls Clerical Mix-Up Over Name

Mikel Obi Recalls Clerical Mix-Up Over Name

Former Chelsea and Super Eagles midfielder Mikel Obi has recounted how an administrative blunder by Nigerian football officials gave him the moniker that defined his global career. Born John Michael Nchekwube Obinna, the playmaker saw his identity altered on official paperwork ahead of the 2003 Under-17 World Championships in Finland. Nigerian Football Association clerks mistakenly…

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Ekong Eyes NFF Role, Rejects Coaching

  William Troost-Ekong has signalled that his next contribution to Nigerian football will come from the committee room rather than the dugout, arguing that the Super Eagles will not climb back to their former heights until more former internationals are handed genuine authority over how the game is run. The former captain, who ended a…

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