CAF Awards 2024: Don’t let your failures weigh you down -Ademola Lookman says in powerful acceptance speech 

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The recently crowned African Footballer of the Year, Ademola Lookman, has sent out an inspiring message to the world.

The Super Eagles winger, won the highly coveted 2024 CAF Player of the Year Award ahead of Ivory Coast’s Simon Adingra and PSG’s Achraf Hakimi, Guinea striker Serhou Guirassy and South Africa goalkeeper Ronwen Williams.
Delivering the inspiring acceptance speech, Lookman harped on resilience and hope.
The 27-year-old went down memory lane to  recall a low moment in his career four years ago when he was playing in the Premier League for Fulham.
Lookman has missed a penalty against West Ham resulting in his team’s loss.

Accoding to him: “Just over four years ago, I failed in front of the world.

“Fast forward four years and I’m the best player in Africa.

“To the young children and people watching this, don’t let your failures weigh you down that they break your wings. Turn your pain into your power and continue to fly.”

Lookman expressed gratitude to God for his win, crediting his success to Him.

“I want to thank almighty God for everything that He’s been doing in my life He’s been blessing me with,” Lookman said.

“I want to thank the Presidents, all my teammates, club and country, for their support and the love that they give me.

“This award is for me, my family, my nation and to be recognised as the best player in Africa is something incredible. I am extremely proud.”

 

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