Top 10 richest Nigerian footballers 2025

In any evaluation of the richest Nigerian footballers, there are certain names that are certain to feature prominently.

The likes of Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and Samuel Chukwueze are not only the country's biggest stars on the pitch, but are paid accordingly, a reflection of the excellence and value they bring to their teams at club level.

While they are the obvious ones, a top 10 list will probably reveal a couple of left-field names. Afrik-Foot has put together a list of Nigeria’s wealthiest footballers, ranked by their estimated net worth from the least to the highest. But who claims the top spot? The figures reveal the answer.

Who are the richest Nigerian footballers?

• Samuel Chukwueze – €6 million 
• Victor Osimhen – €6.8 million
• Emmanuel Emenike – €15 million
• Ahmed Musa – €23 million
• Victor Moses – €26.2 million
• Wilfred Ndidi – €30 million
• Alex Iwobi – €31 million
• Kelechi Iheanacho – €35 million
• Odion Ighalo – €38 million
• John Mikel Obi – €50 million

Samuel Chukwueze – €6 million 

After receiving a huge raise when he made the dream move from Villarreal to AC Milan two summers ago, Samuel Chukwueze net worth is estimated at about €5.13 million. According to Football Italia, the winger’s net salary is estimated to be around €5 million per year. 

Chukwueze is currently one of Nigeria’s highest earners, thanks to his off-field endorsements and sponsorships as well. Judging by his most recent acquisition, a 2025 Mercedes AMG G63, he is not only earning large, but living it up as well. Nowadays, he has joined the Nigerian contingent in the Premier League, joining Fulham on loan on September 1, and making his debut on September 23.

Super Eagles forward, Samuel Chukwueze acquires a brand new 2025 Mercedes-AMG G63🥶🥵 pic.twitter.com/sEV22YreIo

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Victor Osimhen – €6.8 million

Another Nigerian footballer who is currently raking in big bucks is Victor Osimhen. The striker joined Galatasaray on loan last summer, a move that saw his salary rise to €125,000 per week.

He has also worked as an ambassador for several big brands, including Multichoice Nigeria and Dettol. According to Salary Sport, Victor Osimhen net worth is €6.8 million. However, after a permanent move to the reigning Turkish champions that not only made him Africa's most expensive footballer, but also earns him N25 million naira every night while he sleeps, his net worth is sure to skyrocket in the coming months and years. Watch this space!

Victor Osimhen’s newly copped 2025 Rolls Royce Cullinan 🥶✨🥵 pic.twitter.com/GyWIGvb0WS

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Emmanuel Emenike – €15 million

Emmanuel Emenike may not be active currently, but he remains one of the richest Nigerian footballers, with a net worth of around €15 million.

The veteran striker played for more than 10 teams across different countries, including South Africa, Turkey, Russia, England, Spain and Greece.

Emenike is reportedly involved in real estate and has properties worth millions of dollars in Nigeria, Dubai and London. He opened a hotel in 2023 and a 40-bed hospital in Owerri, Imo state in 2024.

Ahmed Musa – €23 million

Nigeria captain Ahmed Musa has had his fair share of big transfers in recent years, having played for CSKA Moscow, Leicester City, Al Nassr and Sivasspor. He is currently turning out for NPFL side Kano Pillars, where he doubles as the Team Manager.

The 31-year-old owns several businesses and investments. He owns the Ahmed Musa Sports and Fitness Centre, as well as many fuel stations in Nigeria. Ahmed Musa net worth is estimated net worth of around €23 million – firmly placing him among the richest Nigerian footballers.

Victor Moses – €26.2 million

At 33, Victor Moses currently played at Championship side Luton Town. 

Having played for Liverpool, Chelsea, West Ham United, Inter Milan and others, Moses has earned some big bucks over the course of his career.

According to Salary Sport, the wing-back/winger currently earned £33,000 per week at Spartak Moscow and has a net worth of €26.2 million.

Wilfred Ndidi – €30 million

Wilfred Ndidi is also one of the richest Nigerian footballers, with a net worth of around €34 million, according to Capology.

The Super Eagles midfielder signed for Turkish club Besiktas in the summer of 2025 on a three-year deal, and is believed to now be earning €4 million a year, matching the £75,000 a week figure he was earning at former club Leicester City. This means that, over the coming years, his net worth should remain unaffected.

Alex Iwobi – €31 million

Alex Iwobi has played all his life in England, having lined up for Arsenal, Everton and Fulham in the English top flight.

Currently 27, Nigeria international is one of the highest earners at his current club Fulham and, according to Salary Sport, he earns around £83,000 per week.

Together with his endorsement deals, Alex Iwobi net worth is around €31 million.

Kelechi Iheanacho – €35 million

Forward Kelechi Iheanacho is next on our list of richest Nigerian footballers.

The 27-year-old joined the Leicester City from Manchester City in 2019 and was on a weekly salary of £65,000 per week at the King Power Stadium until the expiration of his contract last summer. He subsequently joined La Liga side Sevilla, before leaving for Scottish giants Celtic in the summer of 2025; his current salary is, as yet, unknown.

According to Salary Sport, Iheanacho’s net worth is around €35 million.

Odion Ighalo – €38 million

Another Nigerian player who has seen real money in his career is Odion Ighalo. He once earned close to £300,000 per week while playing in China for Changchun Yatai.

Currently on the books of Saudi Arabian side Al-Wehda, Ighalo is still a high earner and has a net worth estimated to be around €38 million.

John Mikel Obi – €50 million       

Mikel Obi retired in September but remains on top of the list of richest Nigerian footballers. The former Chelsea midfielder played in the Premier League for nearly a decade before having a short stint in China.

The last club Mikel played for Kuwait SC and it’s fair to say he has made a lot of money from his football career. Mikel’s estimated net worth is around €50 million.   

Is Victor Osimhen richer than Wizkid?

No, Victor Osimhen is not richer than Wizkid.

Osimhen has an estimated net worth of €6.8 million, most of which is earnings from his football career.

Entertainer, musician and fashion icon Wizkid, born Ayodeji Ibrahim Balogun, has an estimated net worth of €43 milion, almost seven times as much as his compatriot.