Mikel Obi reveals how his name was changed from ‘Michael’ to ‘Mikel’

Former Super Eagles midfielder John Obi Mikel has revealed that his famous football name came about after a mix-up during his time with Nigeria’s Under-17 team. The post Mikel Obi reveals how his name was changed from ‘Michael’ to ‘Mikel’ appeared first on Vangu...

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August 17, 2026 · 13:42 · 5 min read

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