Nigerian rapper Tochukwu Ojogwu, popularly known as Odumodublvck, has ignited controversy among football fans after naming former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi as the greatest Nigerian footballer of all time.

Taking to Twitter on March 20, 2025, the Cast hitmaker backed up his claim by recalling some of Mikel’s career-defining moments.

He pointed to Chelsea’s iconic 2012 UEFA Champions League semi-final against Barcelona, where Mikel seamlessly shifted to centre-back after John Terry’s red card, helping his team secure a historic victory at Camp Nou.

According to Odumodublvck, that night “stamped his place as the greatest ever to kick a ball from Nigeria.” He also praised Mikel’s dominant display in the Champions League final against Bayern Munich, describing it as a “masterclass” that solidified his legacy on football’s biggest stage.

The rapper argued that true greatness in football isn’t based on name recognition but on actual in-game performances. “Football no be by name, na by wetin you actually play,” he tweeted, insisting that Mikel’s on-field contributions outweigh mere hype.

Odumodublvck further teased an upcoming announcement related to his sophomore album, Industry Machine, hinting that Mikel Obi might reveal the release date on his Obi One podcast.

His declaration has since triggered intense debate on social media, with fans weighing in on whether Mikel deserves to be ranked above Nigerian football legends like Jay-Jay Okocha, Nwankwo Kanu, and Rashidi Yekini.

THE NIGHT MIKEL TUCKED IN AT CENTER BACK AGAINST BARCELONA AFTER TERRYS RED CARD AT THE CAMP NOU STAMPED HIS PLACE AS THE GREATEST EVER TO KICK A BALL FROM NIGERIA

HE THEN WENT ON TO HAVE A MASTERCLASS AGAINST BAYERN AT THE ALLIANZ ARENA IN THE FINAL.

FOOTBALL NO BE BY NAME…

— INDUSTRY MACHINE ⚙️ (@Odumodublvck_) March 21, 2025

MIKEL

LIKE JOHN THE BAPTIST

WILL ANNOUNCE THE COMING OF THE MACHINE.

— INDUSTRY MACHINE ⚙️ (@Odumodublvck_) March 21, 2025

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Negotiations for a loan move for Osimhen extended into the final hours of the summer transfer window but ultimately fell through. Consequently, Osimhen made a surprising move to Galatasaray after it became apparent that he would not feature for Napoli for the remainder of the season.

Despite facing criticism from some Chelsea fans regarding his role in the failed negotiations, Mikel, who has been vocal about his efforts to bring Osimhen to Stamford Bridge, clarified the situation.

“Everyone knows I was involved in the deal,” he told The Obi One Podcast. “I was involved in trying to get Victor Osimhen to the club. A lot happened. I hear a lot of people saying this and saying that about Victor and how greedy he is, ‘take a paycut and come to Chelsea’, stuff like that…

“I just want to categorically state here that – I know the kid, I know the boy since the very first day he joined the national team. My relationship with him has been very, very good. Since then, we have kept in contact. I just want to say that is absolutely not true. Victor is not a greedy guy, he just wants to get what he deserves, and that’s not a problem.”

Quizzed on reports of salary demands of £500,000 per week, Mikel replied: “No, he wasn’t asking for that, that’s bulls**t. I know what happened, I was there in the midst of everything. I can tell everybody that is definitely not true.

“We were very, very close, I’ll put it that way. We were hours away from getting this deal done, but there were just slight issues, little problems that we just couldn’t get over the line. Of course, then the medical couldn’t be done, it was too late.

“But I know exactly where we stopped. I know exactly where we are with the deal. If, eventually in January we pick it up again, I know exactly where we have to start from. I was the guy right in the middle of everything. For a couple of days, I didn’t sleep.”

Mikel continued: “I know what Victor wanted, I know what the club offered. I know where we got to. We finally got to a compromise. Both sides had to compromise and we got to a compromise. Some little things here and there – paperwork, medicals and a few issues we couldn’t get over the line. We didn’t have much time.

“Both sides played their parts in terms of getting the deal done. I commend Chelsea for that, because I could see the ambition of where they want to take the club, and on Victor’s side, how much he wanted to come to the club. He was disappointed it didn’t happen.”

The former Chelsea midfielder went on to insist that the Blues’ relationship with Osimhen remains as strong as ever and, while he stressed a future transfer was far from guaranteed, Mikel claimed things could move quickly if both parties choose to re-enter talks in 2025.

“I know Victor really wanted to come to the club,” he said. “He still knows he has a lot to prove in Europe. He wants to come to Chelsea and help the club get back to where we should be. He knows he can score a lot of goals in the Premier League.

“There are no issues [between Chelsea and Osimhen]. If we have to pick this up again in January or next summer, we know where we are. Just little details that need to be finalised and the deal will be done. I’m not going to rest, I’m going to make sure I get him to the club.”

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Fulham’s Alex Iwobi has etched his name into the Premier League record books! In a recent showdown against Newcastle United, Iwobi’s resilience and endurance shone through as he played the entire 90 minutes, pushing his total Premier League playing time to an impressive 16,289 minutes.

This remarkable achievement surpasses the previous record held by the legendary midfielder John Mikel Obi, who boasted 16,218 minutes on the field.

Iwobi’s journey to this milestone commenced with Arsenal back in 2015. Since then, he has been a mainstay at various clubs, accumulating invaluable minutes of play. This season, the 27-year-old has been pivotal for Fulham, featuring in 24 matches and netting five goals along the way.

While Mikel Obi may have previously held the record for most minutes, his illustrious career is adorned with a plethora of trophies. Throughout his remarkable 11-year tenure with Chelsea, Mikel secured two Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and the prestigious Champions League trophy in 2012.

This historic achievement underscores Iwobi’s unwavering commitment and consistency in the Premier League. As he continues to carve his path in football, the footballing world eagerly anticipates if he can further augment his minutes on the pitch and perhaps challenge Mikel Obi’s legacy with future triumphs.

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

Recall, After a period of quiet following the challenges faced during the AFCON finals, Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has made a return to social media with a video post on his Instagram account.

The video showcases highlights from his football journey and personal experiences, set to the backdrop of a rap song. In the caption, he simply writes “Lately…”

Fans speculate that the rap, possibly penned by Iwobi himself, delves into his life narrative. The lyrics touch upon themes of overcoming obstacles, self-belief, and achieving success despite facing skepticism from others.

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.”

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Former Super Eagles captain John Mikel Obi has finally opened out about his altercation with legendary artist Innocent Idibia, better known by his stage as 2Baba.

Recall it was rumoured some years back that Mikel Obi while playing with top English side Chelsea FC snubbed popular singer 2Baba when they met at a nightclub.

The story became one of the popular topics online at the time, and many people thought that 2Baba’s blockbuster song “Only Me” was a diss track meant at John Obi-Mikel.

However, Mikel Obi, a father of two who announced his retirement from professional football for the first time on September 27, 2022, speaks about his fight with 2Baba.

Sharing a video of himself vibing to a song via his verified Instagram page on July 31st, 2023, Mikel wrote;

“When the music hits hard and you can’t get enough 🤩 Have a good Sunday my people.”

Taking to the comment section, a curious fan identified as xfranky22 asked the ex-football star if he truly snubbed 2Baba at a club in London.

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Ex-Chelsea and Brazilian professional footballer Ramires Santos do Nascimento, known as Ramires has announced his retirement from the sport of football at the age of 35.

Ramires has announced his retirement on his social media page, he follows John Obi Mikel who retired yesterday. The two incredibly underrated players, both key to Chelsea’s 2012 Champions League triumph

Ramires took to Instagram to state his decision to hang up his boots with a video of his 18-year career’s biggest highlights and a lengthy statement as he wave farewell to football.

The legendary midfielder’s message read:

After some deep reflection on my part, I decided to inform you all that I’ve decided that my professional career will come to an end. All I have left now is to first thank God for enabling me to having had as high of a performance as it can be have in our beloved sport. Thank you very much to all clubs I’ve played for: Joinville, Cruzeiro, Benfica, Chelsea, Jiangsu e Palmeiras. I’ll always carry you and the fans in my heart. Also thanks to the Brazilian Football Squad for the honor of playing 2 World Cups, which was a dream come through.

I also need to thank to all teammates, club employees, coaches and managers that I had the pleasure of working with.

To my family, mother, sons, brothers and true friends throughout this journey, thank you very much for being by my side unconditionally during all these years, cheering for every win, every title and achievement as it was your own. You were always my biggest strength and motivation.

I’ll go on a different path but with the same happiness and courage I’ve had since I was a child, when against all odds I left a small town in Rio De Janeiro to conquer the World.

Thanks for all, Football!

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The midfield engine started out at Brazilian outfits Joinville and Cruzeiro before heading to Benfica in 2009.

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Everton manager, Frank Lampard, and Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa has reacted to former Chelsea midfielder, John Obi Mikel, following his retirement from football.

Recall, On the 27 of September 2022, Mikel Obi, confirmed his retirement from football in a post through his social media account.

After a productive career with the Nigerian national team and at the club level, the 35-year-old Nigerian retired.

The two football players who have teamed up with Mikel Obi on the field reacted to the player’s retirement from football on social media.

Lampard recalled the time he shared the pitch with Mikel Obi while Chelsea was defeating Bayern Munich in the 2012 UEFA Champions League final.

Additionally, the Englishman wished the former Super Eagles captain luck for the foreseeable future.

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In a post via Instagram, Lampard wrote:

“Congratulations on your amazing career mate. A pleasure playing next to you and sharing that beautiful 120 minutes in Munich with you. Good luck for all that’s coming.”

Musa, who recently joined the Turkish club Sivasspor, on the other hand, wished Mikel Obi greater success while highlighting his leadership abilities.

The former Leicester City star said that Mikel Obi had been an exemplary player.

In a tweet via his Twitter handle, Musa wrote:

“You have been an exemplary player and done great things in your career. Here’s wishing you the best as you retire today. Cheers to bigger things ahead and best wishes to you and the family.”

You have been an exemplary player and done great things in your career. Here's wishing you the best as you retire today. Cheers to bigger things ahead and best wishes to you and the family.❤️👏⭐️🎉 pic.twitter.com/gt48va6mfW

— Ahmed Musa MON (@Ahmedmusa718) September 27, 2022

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Former Super Eagles of Nigeria captain John Obi-Mikel has announced his retirement from the sport of football at the age of 35.

‘All good things must come to an end’ – After 20 years, Champions League and AFCON winner Mikel Obi say goodbye to the game of football.

Obi Mikel took to Instagram to state his decision to hang up his boots with a photo of his 18-year career’s biggest highlights and a lengthy statement.

The legendary midfielder’s message read:

“There is a saying that “all good things must come to an end”, and for my professional football career, that day is today.

“I look back at the past 20 years of my career, and I must say that I am very satisfied with all that I was able to achieve and more importantly the human it has helped shape.

“All of this would not have been possible without the unwavering support of my family, managers, clubs, coaches, teammates and most importantly my ever-loyal fans.

“You supported me through my highs and lows, even on days that I did not live up to your expectations. I say a big thank you.

“I will also like to encourage everyone who I may have inspired one way or the other in the course of my career to never give up on their dreams, for every time you think about quitting, remind yourself why you started.

“This is not goodbye, it’s the start of another journey, another chapter of my life. I look forward to what the future holds and I hope you will walk with me. Thank you.”

 

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Mikel began his professional career in 2004 with the Norwegian group Lynn.

Only two years later, Chelsea spotted him and added him to their Stamford Bridge roster of A-list players.

During his 11-year stay in west London, the legendary Nigerian player achieved great success, amassing a total of six goals and 13 assists in 372 appearances.

The 35-year-old won the 2007 League Cup, two Premier League championships, three FA Cup trophies, and the 2013 Europa League.

Mikel was also part of the Chelsea squad that won the 2012 Champions League trophy.

But the adaptable midfielder also had great success on the international stage, as evidenced by his 2013 Africa Cup of Nations victory.

Mikel left Chelsea in 2017 for Chinese outfit Tianjin TEDA before his return to England for Middlesbrough only two years later.

He then relocated to Turkey in 2019 and, a year later, won the Turkish Cup with Trabzonspor.

Mikel made one last trip back to England in 2020, playing for Stoke, before leaving for Kuwait SC a year later.

Before he made the decision to call it quits on his career, the Chelsea hero had been a free agent since last November.

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