At just 18, Ajibona Akorede Usman is taking a major step in his football career after securing a move to Armenian club Charentsavan FC. The young striker, who developed his skills in Lagos with Nationwide League One side Dosu Joseph FC, has now earned the opportunity to showcase his talent on the European stage.
Usman’s journey has been impressive. After making an impact at Russia’s Vista Gelendzhik Academy, his performances caught the attention of Charentsavan FC’s coaching staff, who identified him as a promising attacking option for their squad.
His move to Europe was facilitated by football agent Paul Ojo, and the transfer has been met with high praise from former Nigerian international and club chairman Dosu Joseph. Speaking about Usman’s potential, Dosu remarked, "He has always shown great promise. His performances in Russia only confirmed what we already knew he is destined for success." He also encouraged other young Nigerian talents to follow Usman’s example of hard work and dedication.
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Now, with his move to Charentsavan FC complete, Usman has a golden opportunity to further develop his game and make an impact in European football.
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Ajibona Usman’s move to Charentsavan FC is another testament to the growing trend of young Nigerian footballers making the leap to Europe in search of greater opportunities. At 18, he is stepping into a world of increased competition, higher expectations, and a chance to carve out a career at the highest levels of the game.
His journey is a perfect example of how persistence and exposure can lead to major breakthroughs. From training in Lagos to impressing in Russia and now securing a deal in Armenia, Usman has demonstrated the importance of grabbing every opportunity that comes his way. His ability to adapt to different footballing environments will be crucial in determining his success.
For many Nigerian youngsters, the dream is to play in the biggest European leagues. However, starting in lesser-known leagues like Armenia’s can often serve as a vital stepping stone. Many top players have used smaller leagues as a launching pad to eventually earn moves to elite European clubs. If Usman continues to develop, he could soon attract interest from bigger teams in more competitive leagues.
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His story is an inspiration to young Nigerian footballers. Talent alone is never enough—discipline, exposure, and the right support system all play a crucial role in making it in professional football. Now that he has made the move, the challenge is to prove himself at Charentsavan FC and take his career to the next level.
Did You Know?
Charentsavan FC is based in Armenia and competes in the country’s domestic league system, providing a platform for young talents to develop.
Many top Nigerian footballers, including Odion Ighalo and Victor Osimhen, started their European careers in lesser-known leagues before moving to bigger clubs.
Russia’s Vista Gelendzhik academy, where Usman impressed, has produced several talents who have gone on to [secure European](https://wiki.thekingdomsmc.com/index.php?title=User:RoseannK81) moves.
The Armenian league has seen increased investment in recent years, attracting young [players](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/transfer-news/yobo-premier-league-move-to-everton-ideal-for-moses-simon/) from Africa and other regions.
Former Dosu Joseph, who played a key role in Usman’s development, was Nigeria’s goalkeeper during their historic gold medal run at the 1996 [Olympics](https://mediawiki.weopensoft.com/index.php/Utilisateur:IndianaHoag).