Chibuzor Okonkwo
Nigerian footballer
Nigeria
Defender
Chibuzor Okonkwo: profile
Chibuzor Okonkwo (born 16 December 1988 in Jos, Nigeria) is a retired Nigerian footballer who played as a defender.
Okonkwo started out at Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. in 2004. He played for 6 clubs in 2 countries since 2004. His most appearances came at Enugu Rangers (2013), where he made 1 appearance and scored 0 goals. Across all recorded club spells he totals 1 appearance and 0 goals.
At international level, Okonkwo represented Nigeria (2010–present). He also played for Nigeria at under-23 level.
Jos has produced 55 footballers in our database, including Mikel John Obi, Ahmed Musa and Victor Obinna.
Key facts
- Senior international debut
- 2010 (aged about 22)
- Countries played in
- 2: Nigeria and Libya
- Height
- 177 cm — taller than 36% of Nigerian internationals on record
- Latest move
- Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. (2015)
- Shares a birthday with
- Mame Biram Diouf, Wilfred Ndidi and Tyronne Ebuehi (more)
Club career
| Years | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2007 | Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. |
Nigeria National League | – | – |
| 2007–2010 | Bayelsa United F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 2009– | Heartland F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 2010–2012 | Heartland F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 2012 | Enyimba International F.C. |
Nigeria Premier Football League | – | – |
| 2013 | Enugu Rangers |
Nigeria Premier Football League | 1 | – |
| 2013–2014 |  Al Swehly F.C |
Libyan Premier League | – | – |
| 2015– | Ifeanyi Ubah F.C. |
Nigeria National League | – | – |
| Total | 1 | 0 |
Appearances and goals are league figures where recorded on Wikidata; “–” means not recorded.
International career
| Years | Team | Level | Caps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Nigeria U23 |
Under-23 | 5 | 1 |
| 2010– | Nigeria |
Senior | – | – |
Frequently asked questions
How old is Chibuzor Okonkwo?
Chibuzor Okonkwo was born on 16 December 1988, which makes him 37 years old.
Where was Chibuzor Okonkwo born?
Chibuzor Okonkwo was born in Jos, Nigeria.
Which national team does Chibuzor Okonkwo play for?
Chibuzor Okonkwo played international football for Nigeria.
Which clubs has Chibuzor Okonkwo played for?
Chibuzor Okonkwo's recorded clubs are Ifeanyi Ubah F.C., Bayelsa United F.C., Heartland F.C., Enyimba International F.C., Enugu Rangers and Al Swehly F.C.
How tall is Chibuzor Okonkwo?
Chibuzor Okonkwo is 177 cm (5 ft 10 in) tall.
What position does Chibuzor Okonkwo play?
Chibuzor Okonkwo played as a defender.
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