The Nigeria Football Federation has welcomed Arthur Okonkwo’s decision to switch his international allegiance from England to Nigeria.
Okonkwo, 24, was born in England to Nigerian parents and previously represented England at youth level, featuring for the U15, U16, U17 and U18 teams between 2015 and 2018.
FIFA officially cleared the goalkeeper to play for Nigeria last December, making him eligible for selection by the Super Eagles.
Reacting to the development, NFF Director of Communications, Dr. Ademola Olajire, said the federation was pleased to have the Wrexham shot-stopper available as an option..
“The NFF is always excited to have another good player committing to Nigeria and providing an option in a particular position,” Olajire told ESPN.
“Arthur Okonkwo is a prospect and we believe the technical crew is delighted to have another option in the goalkeeping department.”
