By Emma Jemegah
Former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay Jay Okocha has attributed Ademola Lookman’s winning the CAF Footballer of the Year award to his right attitude, both on and off the pitch.
The midfielder maestro said that the Atalanta forward is an epitome of good sportsman and a perfect gentleman.
According to the former Boston Wanderers star, via Soccer TV, YouTube channel, the CAF Award is not all about how well you play in the pitch, your attitude in the pitch, your reactions to fellow players, your reactions to your coaches are also put into test, then before we can talk about your tactical performances.
“And for Ademola Lookman to be awarded African Best player of the year, it simply means he has been examined of earlier mentioned criterias and he passed.
“So being dedicated to whatever you do and knowing the secret of your business is what makes you unique from others.
“Ademola Lookman is a unique African BEST player of the year not just African BEST. Go and verify what I’m saying, even many are still testifying about him and more people will do so.
“His Award is a reward of dedication and hard labour,” Okocha said.