Nigerians on Twitter have been praising Arsenal football star Bukayo Saka during his trip to Nigeria, with his latest visit being to Kwara State in the western-central area of the country.”Kwara is blessed with so many great people spread around the world,” one person tweeted.There is a picture of him alongside people said to be his grandparents in the state.
The 21-year-old star, who recently signed a new deal to stay at Arsenal until 2027, has been in Nigeria for almost a week.A few days ago he had a meeting with Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.He has thanked Nigerians for the warm welcome he has received, with people eager to photograph and greet him on his travels.Saka was born in London to Nigerian parents in 2001 and has chosen to play for England at international level.