In recent weeks, questions have been raised over the dip in performance of Nigerian international striker, Victor Boniface, sparking debates among fans and football analysts alike.
While injuries and tactical shifts have previously explained occasional slumps, a new angle is gaining traction—his growing presence on social media as a content creator.
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Former Super Eagles captain, John Mikel Obi, has weighed in on the matter, expressing concerns that Boniface’s focus may be shifting from the pitch to the camera.
According to Mikel, Boniface’s love for social media skits and humorous content may be distracting him from his core duties as a professional footballer.
“Boniface is a great talent, no doubt. But he jokes a lot and spends too much time on content creation,” Mikel reportedly said. “Too much of everything is bad. I’ve advised him to reduce his social media presence and concentrate on his football career. I believe he will perform better if he takes the advice seriously.”
The remarks come amid a noticeable drop in Boniface’s sharpness in front of goal and consistency on the field. Once seen as a rising force in Europe, the striker’s recent stats have dipped, raising eyebrows among club managers and national team selectors.
While some fans defend the striker’s right to enjoy life off the pitch, others echo Mikel’s sentiments, urging Boniface to recalibrate his priorities.
Whether the striker takes this advice to heart remains to be seen. But as Nigeria gears up for crucial World Cup qualifiers and continental campaigns, the spotlight on Boniface will only intensify—both on and off the field.
