Janaury 26 2024- Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen has been honored as Africa’s Footballer of the Year for 2023 at the Confederation of African Football (Caf) awards. The 24-year-old Napoli player received the prestigious prize, triumphing over competitors Mohamed Salah and Achraf Hakimi. Osimhen expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to his journey, acknowledging the challenges he faced, including selling newspapers and water bottles to survive. Despite hardships, Osimhen’s outstanding performance, including 26 goals that helped Napoli secure their first Italian league title in 33 years, led to his recognition. Osimhen is the first Nigerian to receive the Caf men’s award since Nwankwo Kanu in 1999.
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