Victor Osimhen has etched his name further into Nigerian football history by climbing to second place on the country’s all-time top scorers list. The Galatasaray striker scored his 24th international goal during Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda on Friday evening, surpassing Segun Odegbami, who had 23 goals.
Osimhen’s milestone moment came in the 11th minute of the match in Kigali when he converted a free-kick from Ademola Lookman, putting Nigeria in the lead and securing his place ahead of Odegbami in the record books.
At just 26 years old, Osimhen now trails only Rashidi Yekini, Nigeria's all-time leading scorer with 37 goals. Osimhen's rapid rise suggests he could soon challenge Yekini’s record, as he continues to be a key figure for both club and country.
Here’s a list of the top 10 goal scorers in Nigeria’s history:
- Rashidi Yekini – 37 Goals
- Victor Osimhen – 25 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's continued form makes it clear that he is not just a rising star but a potential record-breaker for Nigerian football. As the Super Eagles push for qualification in upcoming tournaments, Osimhen will undoubtedly remain a player to watch.
