The University of Uyo in Akwa Ibom State has chosen Vincent Enyeama, the former captain of the Super Eagles, as one of the individuals set to receive an honorary doctorate award, according to reports from Soccernet.ng.
The university is gearing up to bestow this honor upon Enyeama during its upcoming 26th, 27th, and 28th convocation ceremonies.
Enyeama will stand alongside Senator Daisy Theophilus Danjuma, the wife of the former minister of defense, and Mr. Udom Inoyo, the former vice chairman of ExxonMobil, in receiving these esteemed awards.
After retiring from active football in 2018, the former Lille star has been deeply involved in his private enterprise.
Enyeama’s remarkable career as a goalkeeper spanned nearly two decades, showcasing his talents at various clubs, including Ibom Stars, Enyimba, Iwuanyanwu Nationale, Bnei Yehuda, Hapoel Tel Aviv, Lille, and Maccabi Tel Aviv.
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His significant contributions to the Nigerian national team from 2002 to his retirement in 2015 include aiding the Super Eagles in winning the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa—the country’s third and most recent continental triumph.
Enyeama, with an impressive 101 caps, held the title of Nigeria’s most-capped player until November 2021, when Ahmed Musa surpassed him.
Known for his exceptional shot-stopping skills, composure between the goalposts, and unwavering dedication, Enyeama earned numerous accolades throughout his career.
These include the Prix Marc-Vivien Foé in the 2013–2014 season and the Goalkeeper of the Year at the Nigeria Pitch Awards in 2013 and 2014.
In a fitting tribute, the International Federation of Football History & Statistics (IFFHS) honored him as the Greatest African Goalkeeper of All Time in March 2023.
The university’s decision to confer an honorary doctorate on Enyeama adds another prestigious chapter to the legendary goalkeeper’s illustrious career.