Ademola Lookman has officially been crowned African Footballer of the Year—a title that confirms what fans have seen all season: a player at the very peak of his powers.
The Nigerian forward’s rise has been nothing short of breathtaking. At Atalanta, he’s become their go-to man, delivering goals in the Serie A and stepping up in Europe when the pressure is highest. His hat-trick in the Europa League final against Bayer Leverkusen was the kind of performance that doesn’t just win matches—it defines careers.
But Lookman’s brilliance hasn’t been confined to club football. For Nigeria’s Super Eagles, he has carried the green and white with pride, scoring crucial goals and playing with the kind of confidence that inspires his teammates and excites a nation.
Winning African Footballer of the Year is more than a personal achievement. It’s a proud moment for Nigeria, a reminder of the country’s rich footballing tradition, and proof once again that Africa continues to produce world-class talents who can dominate on the biggest stages.
At just 26, Ademola Lookman is only getting started. This award may be a milestone—but for him, it feels more like the beginning of a journey that could make him one of the greatest African players of his generation.