Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu made me choose Nigeria –Moses

Chelsea forward Victor Moses has revealed how former internationals Austin ‘Jay Jay’ Okocha and Nwankwo Kanu talked him into choosing Nigeria over England, especially after he was overlooked by England coaches.

The former Crystal Palace sensation was named the Player of the Tournament at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations in South Africa following his spectacular display as Nigeria won the African title for the third time.

Moses played for England from Under-16 to U-21 level and was tipped by former Crystal Palace owner Simon Jordan to be one of England ’s finest. But unfortunately, U-21 boss Stuart Pearce and former England manager Fabio Capello had little or no interest in Moses.

Kanu committed to Greensprings Football Camp

Former Super Eagles captain Nwankwo Kanu has reaffirmed his commitment to the annual Greensprings Kanu Football Camp.

The former Portsmouth forward told the Greensprings School management that he was impressed with the organisation of the first edition, which attracted a large number of pupils from private and public schools from within and outside Lagos State.

“I’m really impressed with the first edition, which brought together more than 300 students in the country. This is what the country needs at this point and I will continue to support and identify with the initiative that will groom football stars for the country,” Kanu said.