Super Eagles star, Odion Ighalo, has applauded compatriot, Asisat Oshoala, following her emergence as Africa Women’s Player of the Year for 2017.
For the third time in her career, the Super Falcon attacker picked up the prestigious accolade at an elaborate event on Thursday in Accra, Ghana.
An emotional Oshoala said after receiving the award: “When I left my team in Arsenal for China, a lot of people said my career is gone. But here I am today. My advice for ladies is never give up on your dreams.”
She was the only Nigerian who went home with an individual accolade, with Egypt dominating proceedings.
Ighalo, himself a forward and ply his trade in China like Oshoala, was elated to see the crown return to Nigeria.
The 28-year-old took to Instagram on Friday to congratulate the player.
Oshoala began her career at Lagos-based FC Robo before making the switch to Rivers Angels in 2013.
There she spent two seasons, winning three titles.
Her first European sojourn was with Liverpool in 2015 and Arsenal a season after.
She is currently signed to Dalian Quanjian in China.
Ighalo, meanwhile, will be aiming for another fruitful season with Changchun Yatai.
Last term, the forward notched 15 strikes in 25 games.
