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CAF in a social media post urged the Player to do Shakara after he was crowned the African player of the year.
Ademola Lookman has been crowned a winner at the prestigious CAF Awards held in Marrakech, Morocco, and the Confederation of African Football has playfully urged the Nigerian star to "do shakara".
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"Do Shakara" is a Nigerian slang term for showing off or celebrating in a flamboyant manner.
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Lookman wins CAF Player of the Award
Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Atalanta star forward Ademola Lookman was named the 2024 CAF Player of the Year award winner.
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The CAF Men's Player of the Year recognized his outstanding contributions to African and world football in 2024.
Lookman had an impressive performance throughout the year, both for his national team, Nigeria, and his club, Atalanta.
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‘Omoluabi daadaa’ - Fans react to Lookman thanking Nigerians in Yoruba after winning CAF POTY Award
Fans have reacted to Ademola Lookman using his local dialect to thank Nigerians for their support after winning the CAF African Player of the Year award.
His contributions to Nigeria's journey to the AFCON final, coupled with his heroics in the Europa League final where he scored a hat-trick, made him win the award.
The CAF Awards ceremony, held at the Palais des Congres, celebrated the best of African football talent.
CAF tells Ademola Lookman to 'do Shakara'
CAF in a social media post urged the Player to do Shakara after winning the CAF Award.
"AdeBobo!!! Today na your day, do shakara!," CAF said in a social media post.
The phrase "do shakara," used by CAF in their message to Lookman, adds a touch of Nigerian flavour to the celebration.
It reflects the vibrant and expressive culture often associated with Nigerian football and its players. It suggests that CAF is not only recognising Lookman's talent but also embracing the cultural context of his success.
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