Kigali, March 22, 2025 – Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has moved past Segun Odegbami on Nigeria’s all-time top scorers list after netting a goal in Friday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali. The Galatasaray forward, who was previously level with Odegbami on 23 goals, struck in the 11th minute after a well-placed free-kick cross from Ademola Lookman. With the goal, Osimhen now has 24 international goals, surpassing the Nigerian football legend. Osimhen Closing in on Yekini’s Record The 26-year-old is now second only to Rashidi Yekini, who remains Nigeria’s all-time leading scorer with 37 goals. Osimhen’s goal-scoring form keeps him on track to challenge Yekini’s long-standing record. Nigeria’s All-Time Top Scorers (Top 10) Rashidi Yekini – 37 goals Victor Osimhen – 24 goals Segun Odegbami – 23 goals Yakubu Aiyegbeni – 21 goals Ikechukwu Uche – 19 goals Obafemi Martins – 18 goals Sunday Oyarekhu – 17 goals Samson Siasia – 16 goals Odion Jude Ighalo – 16 goals Ahmed Musa – 16 goals Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Napoli, will look to add to his tally as the Super Eagles continue their World Cup qualifying campaign.
Osimhen Overtakes Odegbami in Nigeria’s All-Time Top Scorers List
