Super Eagles Midfielder, Afeez Aremu, has revealed how he managed to conquer the harsh European winters and excelled on the pitch, using aboniki balm.

The Midfielder shared his remarkable journey of adapting to Europe, particularly Norway, where he arrived as a teenager. His tale is one of resilience, adapting to challenging conditions, and finding a surprising solution.

He also explained how the secret weapon kept him warm and thriving during the coldest match-days.

In 2018, young talent Afeez Aremu embarked on a journey to Europe, landing in Oslo, Norway. Little did he know, the unforgiving winter season would become his toughest opponent.

Facing the Winter Challenge:

The harsh winter season proved to be a daunting challenge. Aremu faced immense challenges during match-days, particularly in the bone-chilling winter months.

In his debut game, he encountered a freezing problem – his feet were numb, hindering his performance. Just 20 minutes into the game, he had to be substituted.

Finding a Solution:

Determined not to let the cold jeopardize his career, Afeez Aremu sought advice from his agent and senior colleague, Sylvester Igbonu, who had experience playing in Russia’s freezing conditions.

Igbonu’s response was a game-changer.

Sharing his conversation with Punch, Aremu recalled how Igbonu responded to his complaints about the numbing cold.

Sylvester Igbonu chuckled at Aremu’s plight but understood the seriousness of the situation. To overcome the cold, he suggested two vital solutions:

Bigger Football Boots: Aremu needed boots with more space around his toes, allowing him to move comfortably in the cold.

Aboniki Balm: This unconventional remedy was the magic touch. Aremu began applying Aboniki Balm to his body before every match, and the results were astounding.

“He then suggested that I buy a bigger football boot that had some space around my toes as that would make me run better and also get balm or ‘Aboniki’ to rub on my body each time get on the pitch. It did. Aboniki helped me stay warm on the pitch,” Afeez Aremu told punch.

Igbonu’s advice proved invaluable.

So, the next time you’re battling with cold, remember Afeez Aremu’s secret weapon – Aboniki balm. It might just save the day!

Aboniki Balm, a household remedy in Nigeria, proved to be Aremu’s secret weapon. It not only kept him warm but also enhanced his performance on the pitch. With Aboniki, he defied the cold and thrived in Norway’s winter.

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