Fans, teammates, and public figures have celebrated Lookman’s incredible achievement. Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong shared his excitement on X (formerly Twitter):

"Deserved brother, we are proud of you!"

Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo also praised Lookman:

"My brother, the best player in Africa. Well deserved!"

Meanwhile, former Leicester City teammate Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall applauded his work ethic:

"Come a long way, so proud bro. Most humble, hardworking guy."

Nigerian political leaders joined the chorus of congratulatory messages. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, a former presidential candidate, wrote:

"Congratulations to our Nigerian star, Ademola Lookman, on emerging as the CAF African Player of the Year 2024. Lookman’s outstanding performance at the last AFCON and his consistency with Atalanta make this victory well-deserved. This back-to-back triumph for Nigeria, following Victor Osimhen’s win last year, showcases the dominance of our players on the continental stage.

He also extended his felicitations to Nigerian goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie, who bagged the award for Best Women’s Goalkeeper.

"Kudos to Chiamaka Nnadozie for her phenomenal achievement!"

Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar echoed the excitement:

"Ademola Lookman is Africa’s finest! This recognition is well-earned. Congratulations!"

At just 27, Lookman’s meteoric rise in African and global football continues to inspire millions. With back-to-back African Player of the Year titles now in Nigeria’s hands, the Super Eagles are soaring to unprecedented heights!