- Football legend, Jay Jay Okocha recently celebrated his 50th birthday in grand style.
- The celebration was graced by the presence of former renowned African players, including Emmanuel Adebayor and Asamoah Gyan.
In a grand party in Lagos, legendary African footballers came together to celebrate the 50th birthday of the former legendary Nigerian midfielder, Jay Jay Okocha.
The ex-footballer clocked a new age on August 14.
Known as one of Nigeria’s greatest football icons, Okocha’s remarkable achievements on the pitch solidified his place in the annals of the nation’s sporting history.
Notably, he was a pivotal player of the Super Eagles squad that secured victory in the Africa Cup of Nations in 1994 and played a crucial role in Nigeria’s gold medal win in the football event of the Atlanta Olympic Games in 1996.
As Jay Jay Okocha celebrated his 50th birthday, a list of former African football legends turned up for the event. Togo’s Emmanuel Adebayor, Ghana’s Asamoah Gyan, and Senegal’s Khalilou Fadiga were all in attendance. Ex-Nigerian footballers such as Peter Rufai, Ifeanyi Udeze, Daniel Amokachi, Emmanuel Emenike, Julius Aghahowa, and Joseph Yobo, among others, were also present. Music star, Timaya was also in attendance.
The celebration included an exhibition football match at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena in Onikan, Lagos, where the former internationals showcased their skills in a five-a-side game to the delight of their fans present in the stadium.
Watch a video from the party below:
Gushing over the bond between the men, One @mbtourexperience wrote: “It’s obvious you guys weren’t just players. You were and have continued to be friends. Well done Squad 94. We can never forget you guys 🔥”
sadiqdbt wrote: “You have to love Africans and South Americans when it comes to living that life.”
booponetime wrote: “Daniel Amokachi can groove. Love to see you still got the moves. The Bull.”
caeser_xcellence wrote: “I so much love this class of 94 squad, Massive birthday blessings and celebration to you sir JJ”