ABUJA, Nigeria – Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has congratulated Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen following his heroics in Istanbul, where the forward led Galatasaray S.K. to a record-extending 26th Turkish Süper Lig title.
Okay News reports that Obi’s congratulatory message followed a clinical performance by the Nigerian international, who scored twice in a 4-2 victory over Antalyaspor to seal the championship. The former Governor of Anambra State described Osimhen as a “proud ambassador” whose resilience and discipline continue to inspire millions of young Nigerians to pursue excellence on the global stage.
In his statement released on Monday, Obi leveraged the striker’s success to highlight the untapped potential within Nigeria’s youth population. He argued that the country is blessed with countless talents similar to Osimhen but lamented that many remain undiscovered or unsupported due to the “persistent neglect” of the sports sector by successive administrations. He noted that the success of Nigerian exports in foreign leagues serves as a reminder of the transformative power of sports when provided with the right environment and leadership.
Reiterating his political vision, Obi maintained that a “New Nigeria” remains possible—one where all sectors, including sports, are developed simultaneously to ensure balanced national growth. He urged the government to create a sustainable framework that provides young people with the necessary support to excel domestically and bring glory to the nation, rather than relying solely on individual efforts abroad. The former governor concluded by wishing the 27-year-old striker even greater success in his career as the Nigerian star continues his prolific run in European football.
