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Sports Ministry appoints Mikel Obi as Ambassador

Aderonke Ojediran Jun 19, 2021 0

The Minister for Youths and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, on Friday, commended the dedication of former Super Eagles Captain, John Mikel Obi. He also announced Mikel Obi as an Ambassador of the sports ministry. The minister gave…

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West Ham Linked With Summer Move For Nigerian Midfielder, Mikel Obi

News Agency of Nigeria Jul 6, 2020 0

Premier League club West Ham United are making a move for former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi, according to complete sports. Mikel, 33, is presently without a club having left Turkish Super Lig outfit Trabzonspor by…

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I will retire from Super Eagles after AFCON – Mikel

Samuel Oduoye Jul 8, 2019 0

Super Eagles Captain, John Mikel Obi has said he will be leaving the team at the end of the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt. Speaking to BBC Sport on his returement, the 32-year-old sais, “It’s been an amazing ride for me…

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Mikel impressed with Super Eagles’ performance

Mercy Obojeghren Jun 9, 2019 0

Super Eagles Captain, Mikel Obi, said on Saturday that he was impressed with the performance of the team during a friendly with the Warriors of Zimbabwe at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba. Mikel said at a post-match news conference…

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Ajayi scores again for Rotherham, as Mikel and Etebo feature for Middlesbrough, Stoke

Victor Okoye Mar 17, 2019 0

Nigeria defender Semi Ajayi continued his impressive goalscoring form for Rotherham United who fell to a 2-1 home defeat to Norwich City in their English Championship clash on Saturday. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Ajayi…

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Mikel Obi and teammates narrowly escape traveling in faulty aircraft

News Agency of Nigeria Feb 10, 2019 0

Former Chelsea player, Mikel Obi and his new teammates at Middlesbrough, luckily escaped a plane accident as their plane got grounded just before they boarded it. Football Live reported that the Super Eagles captain other footballers…

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Tinubu, Mikel Obi Clash Over Support For Chelsea, Manchester United

John Ogunsemore Nov 30, 2018 1

National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has clashed with Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel. The jocular clash occurred when Mikel paid him a courtesy visit at his Ikoyi residence to seek his support…

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Read What Mikel Obi’s Russian Partner Just Said About Nigerian Women

Anita Eboigbe Nov 23, 2018 0

Mikel Obi’s partner and mother of his twin girls, Olga Diyanchenko has commended Nigerian women for their poise and charisma. News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Olga, who is visiting Nigeria for the first time, recently met…

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FIFA Adds Mikel Obi’s Jersey To Museum

John Ogunsemore Oct 30, 2018 0

World football governing body, FIFA has added the jersey won by Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi in the Super Eagles' win over Iceland at the World Cup to its museum. The Mikel Obi-captained Super Eagles defeated Iceland 2-0 at the…

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Again, Mikel Speaks On Nigeria’s Loss To Argentina At 2018 World Cup

John Ogunsemore Oct 3, 2018 0

Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi will be missing in Nigeria's CAF AFCON qualifiers against Libya on October 13 after being left out by coach Gernot Rohr. But that has not stopped him from reminiscing about his last effort for Nigeria…

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Nigerians React To Mikel Obi’s Revelation About Dad’s Kidnapping

John Ogunsemore Jul 4, 2018 0

Nigerians have taken to social media to praise Super Eagles's captain, John Mikel Obi for having the mind to represent Nigeria against Argentina on June 26 despite being informed four hours before that his father had been kidnapped.…

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What kidnappers told me after kidnapping my dad – Mikel Obi

John Ogunsemore Jul 3, 2018 0

Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel has recounted what kidnappers of his father, Pa Michael Obi, told him four hours to Nigeria's World Cup crunch clash against Argentina on June 26. The 31-year-old Tianjin TEDA midfielder said the…

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Police rescue Mikel Obi’s father from kidnappers’ den in Enugu

News Agency of Nigeria Jul 2, 2018 0

The Police Command in Enugu State says it has rescued Pa Michael Obi, father of Mikel Obi, Captain of the Super Eagles, from the kidnappers’ den in a community in the state. The Command’s Spokesman, SP Ebere Amaraizu, disclosed this in a…

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The Real Reason Mikel Snubbed Manchester United for Chelsea

News Agency of Nigeria Jun 30, 2018 0

John Mikel Obi is one of Nigeria's most decorated footballers with Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, Champions League and even Europa League glory with the Blues. His road hasn't been straightforward, however, as many will remember…

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Victor Moses, Mikel Obi nominated for 2017/2018 Nigeria Pitch Awards

Dapo Udom May 10, 2018 0

Super Eagles Captain John Mikel Obi Victor Moses, Premier League club Chelsea’s winger were on Wednesday nominated for the Nigeria Pitch Awards for 2017/2018. Obi currently plies his trade as a midfielder for Chinese club Tianjin TEDA.…

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Super Eagles whip African champions Cameroon to stay top of Group B

News Agency of Nigeria Sep 1, 2017 0

Nigeria’s Super Eagles on Friday firmed their position as Group B leaders in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers by whipping Cameroon 4-0 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. After a tentative beginning, which saw both sides being…

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Russia 2018: My Family Will Kill Me If Nigeria Doesn’t Qualify – Mikel Obi

Owolabi Oluwasegun Aug 3, 2017 0

Nigerian footballer and Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi has revealed one of his driving forces for Nigeria to qualify for the Russia 2018 World Cup competition. Speaking during a recent interview with fifa.com, the Tijanjin Teda of…

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Eagles Captain, Mikel Obi Nears Recovery from Injury

News Agency of Nigeria Jun 21, 2017 0

Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi is well on the road to recovery from his injury. The Tianjin Teda of China captain suffered a strain during a game against Chongqing Lifan and was not part of the Super Eagles 2019 African Cup of Nations…

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Photos: Mikel Obi Undergoes Successful Surgery

Owolabi Oluwasegun Apr 29, 2017

Nigerian footballer, Mikel Obi who recently made a move for Chinese club, Tianjin TEDA has undergone a successful surgery. The Nigerian Super Eagles player went in for surgery after he picked up an abdominal strain playing for his club.…

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Nigerian Footballer, Brown Ideye Confirms Big Money Move To China

Owolabi Oluwasegun Mar 1, 2017

The Nigerian Super Eagles striker and former Olympiacos star, Brown Ideye has finally confirmed his move from the Greek club to Chinese Super league side, Tianjin Teda. The Nigerian footballer who has been linked in transfer to the…

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Nigerian Footballer, Odion Ighalo Joins Mikel Obi In China

Owolabi Oluwasegun Feb 2, 2017

Nigerian Super Eagles striker, Odion Ighalo has made a confirmed move to the Chinese side joining the likes of Mikel Obi who recently made a move from the Premier League side, Chelsea FC to the Chinese Super League. The Nigerian striker…

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Read John Mikel Obi’s Farewell Message To Chelsea Fans

Owolabi Oluwasegun Jan 6, 2017

Nigerian international footballer, John Mikel Obi has written a farewell message to his fans and fans of Chelsea FC where he spent the past 10 years of his football career. The Nigerian Super Eagles captain's farewell message comes after…

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Valencia Hold Transfer Talks With Mikel Obi

Jide Jan 2, 2017

Valencia sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch has held talks with Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel over a possible transfer to the Mestalla stadium. Mikel, 29, has not featured for Chelsea this season and becomes a free agent in the…

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I Wish You Good luck In China – Mikel Tells Oscar

Jide Dec 25, 2016

Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel has paid tribute to his team mate, Oscar following the Brazilian’s transfer to China. The 25-year-old’s move to Shanghai SIPG was confirmed on Friday, ending his four-year stint at Stamford Bridge for…

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Drogba Gives Mikel His Advice

Jide Dec 24, 2016

Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba, has urged Mikel Obi to leave the Premier League club for Olympique Marseille following his continued struggles at the West London side this season. Mikel has yet to play any game for Chelsea under new…

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Marseille Manager, Rudi Garcia Denies Mikel Link

Jide Dec 22, 2016

Marseille manager Rudi Garcia has denied the reports that he is set to sign Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi in the January transfer window. Marseille according to reports are ready to smash their wage structure to sign Mikel on a…

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Mikel seeks Drogba’s advice on move to Marseille

News Agency of Nigeria Dec 21, 2016

Mikel Obi has quizzed Chelsea legend Didier Drogba over a switch to Marseille. The Nigerian midfielder is heading out of Stamford Bridge. Mikel’s contract is up at the end of the season and he doesn’t look like getting a new one. He’s…

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Mikel Obi’s salary problematic to Marseille – Rudi Garcia

News Agency of Nigeria Nov 18, 2016

French giants Marseille, Rudi Garcia, is desperate to sign Chelsea football player John Mikel Obi, but the player's reported yearly salary of €3.4m is problematic to him and can scupper the move. Mikel, who joined the Premier League…

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I am ready to quit Chelsea and seek another opportunity – Mikel Obi

News Agency of Nigeria Nov 14, 2016

Nigerian Captain, Mikel Obi has expressed his desire to quit Premier League giants, Chelsea in January as he is no longer happy with the team. Mikel complained about his efforts in the club and constant contributions in other to make…

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Scoring Goals Was Not Easy – Mikel Obi

Owolabi Oluwasegun Nov 13, 2016

Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel says he is happy that the teams won against Algeria in the World Cup qualifier played in Uyo on Saturday. Mikel said this in a post-match news conference after beating the visiting Desert Foxes of…

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