10 Nigerian Athletes Who Shone Brightly In 2024

Nigerian athletes have performed exceptionally well in different sports all around the world in 2024, boasting of outstanding accomplishments on international platforms, with the latest being Ademola Lookman winning the CAF African Footballer of the Year award.

These professionals have demonstrated the brilliance and tenacity that Nigeria is known for, smashing records in sports and ruling football leagues, boxing rings, and even rugby fields.

Heres a look at the top 10 Nigerian athletes in 2024

Ademola Lookman, one of the top ten Nigerian athletes of 2024, has had an extraordinary year. The Atalanta forward, who shines in Serie A, enjoyed a stellar season that culminated in being named the 2024 Confederation of African Football CAF African Footballer of the Year, making him the sixth Nigerian to receive this prestigious accolade.

Lookmans contributions were pivotal in Atalantas triumph in the Europa League, where he scored an unforgettable hat-trick in the final, sealing the teams glory in the competition. His form also proved crucial on the international stage, as he netted three goals during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON in the Cote dIvoire, helping Nigeria secure a runner-up finish at the tournament.