5 Places Bukayo Saka visited in Lagos

Bukayo Saka, the talented young footballer, recently had the opportunity to visit Lagos, one of Nigeria’s most vibrant cities. During his time there, Saka explored various notable places, immersing himself in the rich cultural heritage and diverse attractions that Lagos has to offer.

In this article, RNN will provide detailed information about the places Saka visited in Lagos.

1. Bukayo Saka visited Bariga, a suburb in Lagos, where his parents were born.

The first place Bukayo Saka visited was Bariga, the neighborhood where his family originated. According to Pulse Sports, Saka decided to explore Bariga during his trip to Lagos, where he has been since Wednesday.

Saka’s parents immigrated from Nigeria to London in search of better economic opportunities, and they have achieved success. Saka himself has emerged as one of the top wingers in the world.

Saka visited Bariga to connect with his roots and understand his parents’ early experiences. By visiting the town where his parents grew up, the young footballer aims to gain a deeper understanding of his heritage.

2. Bukayo Saka visited Orphanage in Lagos

Bukayo Saka was recently seen in the Somolu area of Lagos, where he visited an orphanage.

On Thursday, Saka was spotted in Somolu wearing a traditional all-white senator attire as he paid a visit to the Bales of Mercy Orphanage. This orphanage was established to support abandoned and destitute children in Lagos. Despite choosing to represent the English national team, Saka has remained actively involved in charitable endeavors in Nigeria.

He made a heartwarming gesture by visiting a motherless baby home and this act of kindness brought happiness and smiles to the children living there.

3. Bukayo Saka Visited The Nigerian Red Cross Society

During his time in Lagos, he also took the opportunity to visit the Nigerian Red Cross Society. In November 2022, Saka generously financed medical procedures for 120 children in Kano State through the youth charity organization, BigShoe.

Saka’s presence in Lagos has sparked excitement among fans, who eagerly greeted him with chants and sought to capture a picture with the renowned Arsenal star. The 21-year-old shared his experiences on social media, posting a video of himself strolling the streets of Lagos and expressing gratitude in Yoruba, the local language, for the warm welcome he received.

4. Bukayo Saka Visited Lagos State Governor

Saka visited Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu at the State House in Marina. Sanwo-Olu shared the visit on Twitter and received a signed Saka Jersey.

Sanwo-Olu expressed his excitement about hosting his favorite Arsenal player and being proud of their inspiring run in the Premier League with a young team.

Governor mentioned their determination as a motivation for many and the power of youth. He also expressed his commitment to bringing that spirit to grassroots football in Lagos and creating opportunities for talented young players and thanked Bukayo for the visit and looked forward to the next season.

5. Bukayo Saka meets Arsenal fans in Lagos

Saka met with Arsenal fans in Lagos, Nigeria after meeting the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu. Pulse Sports confirmed this meeting.

Saka is currently touring Lagos, the capital of West Africa. During his interaction with Arsenal fans, he expressed readiness for the upcoming season, which could be challenging due to their return to the Champions League.

Arsenal’s last participation in the Champions League occurred in the 2016/17 season. It was their 17th consecutive campaign in the tournament and seventh consecutive exit at the round of 16 stage.

“We have made significant progress in the past two seasons, and now we are back in the UEFA Champions League. The Premier League and other competitions await us, so we will be prepared,” Saka stated.

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