Ikorodu City captain Waliu Ojetoye has secured a season‑long loan move to Israeli Premier League side Hapoel Jerusalem, with an option to buy.
The 21 year old right‑back, who helped Ikorodu City to a fourth‑place finish in the 2024/25 Nigeria Premier Football League, joins the Teddy Stadium club as a temporary reinforcement, as Hapoel Jerusalem seek defensive depth for the upcoming season.
Ojetoye, born 29 April 2004 and a fixture in Ikorodu’s lineup throughout the campaign with over 32 appearances, nine assists and consistent performances, was regularly captaining the side under coach Nurudeen Aweroro. His form drew interest from top NPFL clubs such as Rivers United and Enyimba before this international move materialised.
Despite receiving attention from domestic suitors, Ojetoye embraced the overseas opportunity, which includes an option for Hapoel Jerusalem to make the arrangement permanent next year.
Editorial
We believe this loan move represents a significant step in Waliu Ojetoye’s development, demonstrating how strategic exposure abroad can accelerate a young defender’s growth. His consistent performances for Ikorodu City marked by leadership, assists from defence, and tactical reliability have earned him a well‑deserved chance in a foreign top flight.
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We recognise that his transition to Israeli football will test both adaptability and resilience. The option‑to‑buy arrangement suggests that Hapoel Jerusalem see long‑term potential in him. That vote of confidence can spur further progress, whether he returns more seasoned or earns a permanent spot within the squad.
We urge Nigerian football stakeholders to monitor this closely. Ojetoye’s trajectory illustrates the value of combining local heroism with international opportunity. If he succeeds, it will validate pathways that link NPFL platforms with global exposure—paving the way for others to follow.
We remain convinced that with support, discipline and match experience abroad, Ojetoye can elevate his game and become a dependable defender for both club and country. His journey has only just begun and we expect that this loan will fuel lasting progress.
Did You Know?
- Ojetoye led Ikorodu City to a remarkable fourth-place finish in their debut NPFL season in 2024/25, with nine assists, the highest among defenders in the league.
- He featured in 32 league matches, logging over 2,700 minutes during that campaign a level of trust rarely granted to defenders of his age in the NPFL.
- Waliu was called up to the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Unity Cup in London, although he didn’t see minutes during the tournament.
- Ikorodu City FC was founded in January 2022 and achieved promotion to the NPFL just two years later—making Ojetoye part of a historic rise in Lagos football.
- Hapoel Jerusalem’s home, Teddy Stadium, has a capacity of over 31,000 spectators and is jointly owned by the club’s fan base—known for their passionate support in Israeli football.
