PariPesa Signs Nigerian Football Legend Obafemi Martins as Brand Ambassador

14.10.2024

PariPesa, sports betting company, has announced its latest move by partnering with Nigerian football icon Obafemi Martins as its new brand ambassador.

A Football Legend

Obafemi Martins is known for his pace and goal scoring ability. He has played for top clubs like Inter Milan, Newcastle United and Wolfsburg in his career and is a household name in the football world.

His achievements go beyond club football as he has been a key player for the Nigerian national team and has helped the country to success in tournaments like the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup.

One of Martins’ most memorable performances was in 2009 when he scored two crucial goals to help Nigeria beat Kenya 3-2 and qualify for the 2010 World Cup.

Shared Values Between PariPesa and Martins

At the unveiling, PariPesa highlighted the alignment between Martins’ values and the company’s future plans. According to Damilare Obadimu, the company’s Country Manager, “It’s a real honour to announce that Obafemi Martins has joined the PariPesa family as our brand ambassador. Obafemi’s experience, passion, and professionalism are a great match for our values at PariPesa. This partnership goes beyond just having a famous name. We share the same vision for the future, and we have many exciting activities planned with Obafemi that will engage our fans.”

Martins himself was excited about the partnership, “Right from the beginning, I noticed the team’s dedication and professional attitude. It’s an incredible feeling to be associated with a brand that has grown so rapidly and become one of the industry leaders. Partnering with PariPesa feels like the perfect next step,” he said.

This partnership with Martins is part of PariPesa’s efforts to consolidate its presence in Africa especially in Nigeria one of the biggest betting and gaming market in the continent. By having Martins on board PariPesa aims to deepen its connection with local fans and boost its global reputation.