Super Falcons midfielder Ngozi Okobi has joyfully welcomed her first child. The Levante Las Planas player, who married real estate agent Ahmed Okeoghene in 2017, took to Instagram to share the exciting news, expressing her gratitude with the message “Congratulations to me #godbepraised #iamamother #newmom #canadianbaby.
Okobi has had an illustrious career, representing Nigeria in several major tournaments. She played at the 2010 U17 Women’s World Cup, multiple editions of the WAFCON Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, and appeared in the 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cups. Despite her many achievements, Okobi was notably left out of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup squad under former coach Randy Waldrum and has not returned to the national team since.
Editorial
The news of Ngozi Okobi’s first child is a heartwarming moment for Nigerian football fans. Okobi has been a standout player for the Super Falcons, contributing to the success of the national team for over a decade. Her achievements on the pitch are numerous, but now, she embarks on an even more personal and fulfilling journey as a mother.
It’s always inspiring to see athletes balance their personal lives with their professional commitments, and Okobi’s story is one of resilience, dedication, and now, motherhood. As she steps into this new chapter of her life, her fans will no doubt continue to support her, whether she decides to return to the pitch or focus on her family.
Her exclusion from the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup squad was a controversial decision, as she had been a key player in previous tournaments. Yet, through it all, Okobi has remained composed and focused. We believe that this new chapter will give her even more strength, whether she returns to football or chooses another path.
Did You Know?
- Ngozi Okobi made her international debut for Nigeria at just 17 years old.
- Levante Las Planas, where Okobi plays, is a club based in Spain’s second division, the Reto Iberdrola.
- The Super Falcons have won a record 11 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations titles.
- Okobi has participated in five different WAFCON tournaments, contributing to Nigeria’s dominance in African women’s football.
- Canada, where Okobi’s child was born, has a growing Nigerian diaspora, especially in sports and entertainment.
