President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has received Nigerian footballer and Africa’s Best player, Ademola Lookman, at his Lagos residence

The 27-year-old forward presented the president with his 2024 CAF Footballer of the Year award, which he earned following a remarkable 2023/24 season. Last December, Lookman was named as the continent’s best player, following in the footsteps of Victor Osimhen, who received the award in 2023.

Throughout the season, Lookman contributed to his club success, Atalanta, scoring 17 goals and providing 11 assists across all competitions. His performance helped Atalanta maintain its position among the top teams in Serie A. Notably, Lookman scored a hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen, securing Atalanta’s first-ever European title.

Lookman was also one of Nigeria’s standout performers at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d’Ivoire, where the Super Eagles won silver. He scored three goals and was named in the tournament’s Best XI, alongside team captain