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Osimhen Eyes University Degree After Football, Says Education Is a Lifelong Goal

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… Urges young people to return to school despite life’s setbacks.

Super Eagles forward Victor Osimhen has expressed his desire to return to school and earn a university degree after his football career, describing education as a lifelong aspiration despite his success on the pitch.

‎The 27-year-old striker, who currently plays for Galatasaray, made the revelation during an interview with Instablog TV that has gained widespread attention on social media.
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‎Reflecting on his personal journey, Osimhen said life has taught him valuable lessons beyond the classroom, but maintained that formal education remains an important milestone he hopes to achieve.

‎”As an adult, not everything I learned came from school. There are some life lessons you only encounter through life’s journey,” he said.

The Super Eagles star noted that a professional football career is relatively short, making it essential for athletes to prepare for life after retirement.

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“It would be amazing for me to also get a degree, which I’m still considering because football doesn’t last forever. You play for maybe 20 or 25 years, and then it’s over,” he said.

‎Osimhen added that while he has plans and opportunities to rely on after retiring from football, obtaining a university degree would represent a personal accomplishment and serve as an inspiration to younger generations.

‎”I have a lot of things to fall back on when I’m done, but I still believe it’s important to set an example and establish a standard for the younger generation,” he said.

‎The striker also encouraged young people who were forced to suspend their education because of financial hardship or other personal challenges not to abandon their academic ambitions.

‎”Even if you dropped out because of certain challenges, you can always return. School will always be there,” he said.

Although Osimhen did not disclose when he intends to enrol or the course he hopes to study, his remarks have drawn praise from fans and supporters, many of whom described his message as a timely reminder that education remains valuable regardless of professional success.

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