Nwankwo Kanu, a former Super Eagles star, is currently managing the Papilo Football Academy in Owerri.
As an ex-Arsenal and Ajax striker, Kanu is actively involved in coaching his players and has been seen leading them during team bus sessions.
There are rumors suggesting that Kanu might be appointed as the successor to Felix Anyansi-Agwu in the role of chairman at Enyimba.
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Nwankwo Kanu, a renowned Super Eagles legend, surprised everyone by assuming the role of a bus conductor while transporting players of his football academy to their training ground.
This amusing video quickly went viral on various social media platforms, attracting a range of comments from fans.
As a former Arsenal striker and one of Africa’s most prominent players, Kanu played a significant role in the Gunners’ Premier League title victory during his time with the team.
Since retiring from professional football, the former Inter Milan star has been actively engaged in managing his charitable organization and pursuing football administration.
In the TikTok video shared by the 46-year-old icon, he can be seen in a joyous state, cheerfully conducting his players during their bus journey.
In a lighthearted moment, the former Ajax Amsterdam player amusingly requests each player to pay 100 Naira before boarding the bus.
Where is Nwankwo Kanu’s academy?
Founded in 2000 in Owerri, Imo State, the Papilo Academy has been dedicated to its main objective of identifying and nurturing young talents, enabling them to refine their football abilities and pursue careers as professional footballers.
Over the years, the academy has produced several notable players who have made their mark in the football world. Chidiebere Nwakali, Joel Obi, and Stanley Okoro are among the successful graduates who have emerged from the Papilo Academy in recent times. These players have showcased their skills and potential, demonstrating the effectiveness of the academy’s training and development programs.
Fans react to ‘conductor Kanu’
@David commented:
“Na this guy make me dey support Arsenal, and now am a die heart Arsenal fan…love you Papilo”
@YOUNGD3573 included a laughing emoji with his remark:
“I can’t stop laughing”
@Elliot added:
“Na papilo carry me go arsenal till now i still remain gunner for live, the love is too much”
@IamPrince said the video showed how humble Kanu was, while others echoed that sentiment.