Chiedozie Ogbene, an Irish international of Nigerian descent made history in June 2021 by becoming the first African-born player to represent the Republic of Ireland at the senior level. The Nigerian-born winger, who spent his early years in Lagos, made his debut in a goalless friendly against Hunga
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Anthony Nlebem
Head of Sports at BusinessDay Media, a seasoned Digital Content Producer, and FIFA/CAF Accredited Journalist with over a decade of sports reporting.Has a deep understanding of the Nigerian and global sports landscape and skills in delivering comprehensive and insightful sports content.
