Alex Iwobi played the entire 90 minutes, pushing his total Premier League playing time to a staggering 16,289 minutes. This achievement surpasses the previous record held by legendary midfielder John Mikel Obi, who clocked in at 16,218 minutes.

Iwobi's journey to the top began with Arsenal in 2015. Since then, he's consistently featured for his clubs, racking up valuable minutes on the pitch. This season alone, the 27-year-old has been a key player for Fulham, making 24 appearances and scoring five goals.

While Mikel Obi may have held the record for most minutes, his career boasts a cabinet full of trophies. During his impressive 11-year stint with Chelsea, Obi secured two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the prestigious Champions League trophy in 2012.

This record-breaking feat is a testament to Iwobi's dedication and consistency in the Premier League. As he continues his career, it will be exciting to see if he can add even more minutes and potentially challenge Mikel Obi's legacy with future achievements.

Alex Iwobi breaks John Mikel Obi’s record for most minutes played by a Nigerian in the Premier League.

He has now played 16, 289 minutes in the English top-flight, surpassing Mikel’s 16, 218 minutes. pic.twitter.com/JDKpmx1JZ6

— Naija (@Naija_PR) April 8, 2024

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Alex Iwobi in a recent podcast session spoke on how he had no idea that he was being bullied online till Victor Osimhen came to his room to talk to him about it mentioning how it was wrong for him to be subjected to such hate.

Iwobi revealed that he had told the Napoli frontman that it was part of football as him being subjected to such was not a new thing for him and as such he could hardly be bothered about the incident.

The Fulham midfielder also spoke about why he had not been creative at AFCON 2023. Iwobi stated, “Frank (Onyeka) and I were instructed to stay where we were, go for every second ball, run, keep the ball, manage it, change it from left to right, all you have to do is manage to the game. That was the role we were asked to play, you have to be there always because we have wingbacks like Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, and Samuel Chukwueze that can at least support in the attack. So, when you try to communicate, it’s hard because the fans were a lot, we hardly could communicate, it was hard to adjust but we just had to do what we have been doing in all competition, stay defensive, come back but it was hard to press or even create chances.”

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The midfielder for Premier League club Fulham was asked what type of music he preferred, whether English or Nigerian and he was quick to respond saying he preferred Nigerian music which is primarily Afrobeats.

The artist then answered another question saying that Wizkid was his favorite Nigerian artiste of all time. His response is rather significant especially following the rap video that fans believe to be a what he created.

Alex Iwobi must really love Wizkid pic.twitter.com/XlFJcSURQ1

— Star Girlᴹᴹ (@lil_maamiii) March 5, 2024

Wizkid is a superstar in the Nigerian music industry with many awards to his name. He was the first male artist to receive a Grammy award for his hit collaboration Brown Skin Girl which he received alongside the queen of Pop, Beyoncé.

Speculations arise about Alex Iwobi’s future in the music industry. Regardless, it is without a doubt that the increased popularity and recognition of Afrobeats will do more good to the industry.

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The video shows highlights of his football career and personal life, with a rap song playing in the background. The caption simply says "Lately…"

Fans think the rap, which might be written by Iwobi himself, talks about his life story. The words say things like overcoming difficulties, believing in himself, and succeeding even when people doubted him.

The rap starts with, "Never thought I'd make it, but now people know me," showing how he's become famous. Later, he says things like, "Everything was worth it, now I'm known worldwide," celebrating his achievements. He also seems to be talking to people who didn't believe in him, saying, "They said I wasn't good enough."

Although the full meaning of the video is unclear, it has gotten a lot of people on Instagram talking about it. It's not clear if it's meant to motivate others, respond to criticism, or just share his thoughts. But one thing is for sure - Alex Iwobi is back online and making his voice heard again.

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Fulham earned their first away victory over Man United for the first time in over 20 years whilst also breaking their poor run of form record in away fixtures since August with their 2-1 win over The Red Devils at Old Trafford.

Calvin Bassey took the lead from a set piece for Fulham in the second half of the game to score his first goal for the club, with Harry Maguire drawing the game level a few minutes to stoppage time, Adama Traore proved important for Fulham as his break away and pass to Alex Iwobi earned the team the late winner in the final minutes of the game.

Alex Iwobi in his post-match interview revealed that the win was important to the team and that breaking the record was also a morale booster going into other games in the season.

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Fulham took to the club's official social media platforms to share pictures of both Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi back in training, all in smiles, ahead of the club's next fixture, which would be against Aston Villa in the Premier League.

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The pictures were accompanied by a caption that also celebrated the heroics of the two players, as it simply read, "our Super Eagles are back." It is uncertain if both Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey will be available for the team's game this weekend, but this will be confirmed by head coach Marco Silva at his pre-match press conference scheduled for Friday, February 16, 2024.

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Iwobi had suffered a high level of cyberbullying after the Super Eagle's loss at the AFCON 2023 finals. Rumours were also spreading about him retiring from football. During the meeting, the minister offered words of encouragement and reassurance to Iwobi, emphasising that the majority of fans recognise and appreciate his contributions to the team's success.

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His message to Iwobi was one of pride and support, as he stated, "You did your best for your country, and I am proud of you. The leadership and the rest of the country are proud of you. Those who are not are in the far minority and do not speak for the rest of our country, so just be strong. You did your best, you are part of a team that brought home a silver medal, which the country last won at AFCON 2000, 23 years ago. You put in your best, thank you very much."

By publicly expressing support and appreciation for Iwobi's performance, Senator Enoh sends a powerful message against online harassment and stands in solidarity with the football star. It also sets a positive example for addressing the well-being of athletes in the wake of online abuse.

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However, amidst the turmoil, Nigerian rapper, Falz and other notable Nigerian celebrities have stepped up to defend Iwobi and condemn the culture of online abuse.

Renowned comedian and actor, AY Makun, took to social media to publicly appeal to critics of Iwobi, emphasizing the detrimental consequences of cyberbullying. Makun shared images highlighting Iwobi's contributions to the Super Eagles' success and urged Nigerians to stop criticizing the footballer, advocating for a culture of care and respect on the internet.

Following Makun's lead, Falz expressed solidarity with Iwobi, emphasizing the sacrifices made by players to represent their nation. Falz showcased the importance of supporting athletes and denounced the mistreatment of Iwobi by fans, urging for unity both in victory and defeat.

Socialite, Yhemolee also chimed in, offering his perspective on the situation and suggesting that the intense criticism directed at Iwobi was a common occurrence in sports fandom. While acknowledging the disappointment of fans, Yhemolee called for understanding and empathy towards the player.

Super Eagles striker, Ahmed Musa penned an impassioned open letter to fans, imploring them to cease further criticism of Iwobi and redirect their focus towards supporting the team as a whole. Musa emphasized the collective responsibility of the team in both triumphs and setbacks and urged fans to spread love and genuine encouragement to the players.

However, amidst the outpouring of support, self-proclaimed entertainer, Tunde Ednut faced backlash for seemingly endorsing the bullying of Iwobi. Ednut's reposting of a video mocking Iwobi drew criticism from fans, further highlighting the negative impact of cyberbullying in sports.

As the saga surrounding Iwobi unfolds, the response from celebrities serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of compassion, respect, and solidarity in the face of adversity within the sports community.

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Following the unwarranted and terrible cyberbullying of Alex Iwobi, football stars and also athletes as well as the African Football Body (CAF) have all taken to social media to show support for the footballer who deleted all his posts on his Instagram account on Monday, February 12, 2024.

Alex Iwobi was targeted by questionable figures under the guise of fans who thought of him as the reason for the 2023 AFCON finals loss.

This has sparked a social media frenzy as many have gathered around to show their support for Alex Iwobi.

Victor Osimhen reacts to the cyberbullying of Alex Iwobi

Napoli star Victor Osimhen took to his social media platform on Monday, February 12, 2024, to show his support for his teammate and friend Alex Iwobi who had been subjected to online bullying by trolls following the defeat of Nigeria in the finals of AFCON 2023.

Victor Osimhen like his other teammates shared a picture of himself with Alex Iwobi in a warm embrace with the caption that read, "We win together, we lose together, we are one and some fans should do better."

Ahmed Musa shows his support for Alex Iwobi

Super Eagles of Nigeria's captain Ahmed Musa was the first person to share a post in solidarity for Alex Iwobi following the ongoing bullying on social media where he questioned the decision of certain individuals who took to the Fulham midfielder's comment section to hurl insults at him following the 2023 AFCON competition.

His post on social media indicated that the gestures of the individuals defeat the purpose of unity and solidity that should exist in the team and also with fans. His post on social media read, "Dear fans, I want to please urge you to halt the cyber-bullying directed towards Alex Iwobi. Cyber bullying is not just a violation of decency but also a serious crime. It's hypocritical to claim that football unites us while engaging in such behavior. Losing a game is undoubtedly tough, but targeting a single player for the team's shortcomings is unfair and unjust. We win as a team, and we lose as a team. Alex gave his all on the field, just like every member of our squad. Instead of spreading negativity, let's show genuine love and support to our players. They need our encouragement now more than ever. Let's uplift each other and stand united, both in victory and defeat."

William Troost-Ekong reacts to the cyber-bullying of Alex Iwobi

William Troost-Ekong has also shown his support for Alex Iwobi following the recent incident of online bullying by football fans on social media following Nigeria's AFCON 2023 final defeat at the hand of Ivory Coast.

William Troost-Ekong who showed his appreciation after being crowned the player of the tournament, took to his social media platform to reveal that he and the entire team are behind Iwobi.

Leon Balogun reacts to the bullying of Alex Iwobi

Rangers defender and Nigerian international Leon Balogun has also called out everyone who had engaged in the cyber-bullying of the Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi indicating that if this is the kind of support fans say they offer to footballers, they as football stars don't need such support.

His post on social media read, "This is the same player you expect to give his all and win- for you and the whole nation! And he did! Yet you neither acknowledge his efforts nor the fact that HE just lost a final with the team. If this is your support then it’s not needed - respectfully!"

This is the same player you expect to give his all and win- for you and the whole nation! And he did! Yet you neither acknowledge his efforts nor the fact that HE just lost a final with the team. If this is your support then it’s not needed - respectfully! https://t.co/pPQGAKQJoZ

— Leon Aderemi Balogun (@LeonBalogun) February 12, 2024

Wilfred Ndidi calls out fans over Alex Iwobi cyber-bullying incident

Wilfred Ndidi has also called out everyone involved in the cyber-bullying of Alex Iwobi after the AFCON 2023 finals, the Leicester City and Nigeria midfielder advice people to also understand that football stars are also people with feelings and as such should be respected and treated as such.

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— Ndidi Wilfred (@Ndidi25) February 12, 2024

Other stars such as Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, Ola Aina, Calvin Bassey and many more all took to their social media platforms to also show their support for Alex Iwobi as well.

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The distraught footballer took a drastic step by clearing his Instagram posts on Monday, February 12, 2024, initially leaving only one promotional post for his brand but eventually clearing that as well.

Iwobi's action came in the wake of relentless trolling by Nigerians who blamed him for the team's defeat against Ivory Coast. Disheartened by the online harassment, Iwobi opted to wipe his Instagram feed clean, keeping only a solitary promotional post and disabling comments on his remaining post.

As the nephew of the iconic Nigerian footballer, Jay Jay Okocha, expectations were high for Iwobi to emulate his uncle's stellar performances. However, his perceived subpar performance in the AFCON finals drew the attention of fans, leading to widespread online ridicule.

The decision to purge his Instagram account elicited a flurry of reactions from fans, further highlighting the intense scrutiny and pressure faced by athletes in the age of social media.

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Nigerian footballer, Alex Iwobi shared a video of him, and his family dancing to the popular Nigerian song Follow the Ladder, while wearing Christmas hats and pyjamas. He tagged the video "Merry Christmas" for fans to see their expression of a beautiful season of fun and sheer happiness.

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Ayra Starr also shared her grandmother dancing to Shallipopi's song as she and the rest of the famly share quality time. Nigerian soundman, Wizkid, was seen in a video shared that showed his family having a very good time for christmas, complete with games and food and all the good things.

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— Dami’ Adenuga (@DAMIADENUGA) December 26, 2023

Many other celebrities, including Falz, Iyanya, Adekunle Gold, Simi, Jada P, Cuppy and others embrace the traditional holiday and shared beautiful pictures with fans via social media.

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In addition to personal celebrations, several stars are known for their philanthropic efforts during the holidays. For instance, show promoter, Kogbagidi shared the yuletide cheer by gifting Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) officers and Lagos State Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) employees on duty.

I wanted to take a moment to thank the officers on duty. Here's a small gift as a token of appreciation." @Lawma_gov @followlastma pic.twitter.com/wJhF2T4QNy

— kogbagidi (@kogbagidi) December 23, 2023

It's heartwarming to see how celebrities embrace the Christmas spirit and share their joyous moments with fans and loved ones. Whether through social media, traditional customs, or heartfelt greetings, these stars remind us that the magic of Christmas is a time for unity, love, and giving.

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The Merseyside club failed to bring in any player despite how they struggled relegation in the last two seasons. Super Eagles forward player, Alex Iwobi is the latest player to leave the club.

The Nigerian completed his move to Fulham on the final day of the summer transfer window. This deal was announced on the official website of the London club on Saturday, September 2, 2023.

The 27-year-old expressed his delight on the club's website just minutes after he was confirmed as a Fulham player.

"I am buzzing, I just can’t wait to get started, I’m excited to start my journey here. Marco Silva spoke to me about the ambitions of the Club, and I’m on board. Hopefully, I can bring something to the Club.”

Fulham supporters will hope the Nigerian will bring success their way this season.

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Football players have recently joined the Unavailable viral challenge, which was started by the multiple award-winning singer and performer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido. The challenge has taken social media by storm, and videos of three of the biggest names in football doing the Unavailable challenge have surfaced online.

The singer could not hide his excitement about the concert as he took to his social media platform to express this excitement in a post that read, Yo DC! I’m blown away! Y’all showed up in your thousands and packed the arena out! I have the best fans in the world! Thank you for showing up and showing out! Next stop Houston! Timeless Tour! See you soon!!!

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Nigerian star athlete and Everton winger Alex Iwobi has reacted to BNXN (formerly known as Buju's) latest project, Bad Since '97 following its release two days ago.

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The footballer who had shared his thoughts on the EP had done so via a tweet with a screenshot of BNXN's Bad Since '97 being his current listen on Apple Music and had simply said, "Melodies" in clear acknowledgement of the singer's output.

Interestingly, after debuting at the number 4 position on the UK Apple music album charts and number 6 on the US counterpart, BNXN's EP currently holds the position of being the third highest charting Nigerian project after Burna Boy's Love Damini and Wizkid's Made in Lagos. BNXN has also made it known that on the project, he took care to craft melodies for different emotions and actions and was not particular about making dance music.

BNXN and Alex have been publicly friends as far back as 2021 when the footballer gave the singer who was then known as Buju a signed jersey.

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Compiling a list of the highest-paid Nigerian footballers in Europe is not about a show of wealth but an indication of how much Nigerian football has evolved and how well Nigerian footballers are being treated.

Football as a sport is a very lucrative business, and players often get huge bonuses and salaries for their talents. Nigerian footballers are not left out as well because we have key players who represent the nation at the club level in Europe and get well paid for it.

Although the league in Europe can be a major factor in determining how much a player might earn, some of the figures on this list show how well valued these players are.

Who Are The Highest Paid Nigerian Footballers In Europe?

5. William Troost Ekong Watford FC

The Super Eagles of Nigeria's defender and captain holds the number 5 spot on this list. He currently plays for the newly promoted premier league side Watford FC. Troost Ekong is reported to be earning the sum of 27,500 pounds per week at the English side and a total of 1.4 million pounds per year in Watford.

4. Alex Iwobi Everton FC

The Nigerian international who plays for Frank Lampard's Everton earn 50,000 pounds per week and the total sum of 2.6 million pounds per year at his club side. However, it is speculated that Alex Iwobi took a pay cut from Arsenal to join Everton.

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3. Kelechi Iheanacho Leicester City FC

Senior man Kelz who currently plays for Leicester City, earns a staggering amount of 60,000 pounds per week. The estimate was finalized when Kelechi Iheanacho completed a move to Leicester City for an annual base salary of 3.1 million pounds.

2. Wilfred Ndidi Leicester City FC

The midfield maestro that currently plays his football for the foxes, Leicester City, earns a whopping amount of 75,000 pounds per week in England and a total of 3.9 million per annum at club level. Although this might be surprising and hard to believe, Ndidi actually earns more than some of his other players from different countries at his club.

1. Victor Osimhen Napoli

The Nigerian forward is the highest-paid Nigerian footballer in Europe. He earns a robust amount of 92,000 pounds per week and a total of 4.9 million per annum at the Italian side. He is the most expensive signing of Napoli so far and can't stop banging in the goals in Italy.

You might wonder why key names like Emmanuel Dennis, Samuel Chukwueze and so on were omitted from the list, and this is because the details of their salary range have not been made known to the public.

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