Football legend Kanu Nwankwo has expressed his strong support for Nigerian star Ademola Lookman to win the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year Award. Lookman’s performance this year has been nothing short of outstanding, earning him a place among Africa’s elite players. He is one of ten players nominated for the award, including his Super Eagles teammate, William Troost-Ekong.

The CAF Awards ceremony is set to take place in Marrakech, Morocco, on December 16, and there is a lot of excitement around Lookman’s nomination. His achievements this year speak volumes, as he was the only African player to make it onto the 2024 Ballon d’Or list, where he finished in 14th place—a testament to his impact both in African and global football.

Kanu, a former Super Eagles forward and one of Nigeria’s football icons, believes Lookman has earned this award with his contributions to both his club and the Nigerian national team. Kanu’s endorsement highlights the respect and admiration Lookman has gained among fans and fellow athletes.

With such support, Lookman’s fans are hopeful that he will make history and bring home the title as Africa’s top footballer for 2024.

“Lookman is a very good player, humble, works very hard and going by the records, I believe he will win,” Kanu told Brila FM.

“I don’t know of any African player who has done better than him this year.

“He was ranked well in the Ballon d’Or (14th).

“He has done well for both club and country.”