Augustine Azuka Okocha, popularly known as Jay-Jay Okocha is the most famous of all the Nigerian football legends and for this reason, “Jay-Jay Okocha net worth” is a constant discussion topics among fans.
This is because the former Nigeria national football team captain has built a lot of social capital which translates into brand ambassadorship deals, political appointments and business ventures.
Okocha is also a staple on various football broadcast networks and is also a member of a number of FIFA and CAF advancement committees.
Read on to learn more about Jay-Jay Okocha net worth in 2023.
Jay-Jay Okocha net worth: Businesses, ambassador deals, properties
Jay-Jay Okocha had a stellar career in Germany, Turkey, France, England and Qatar before retiring from active football. He played for the Super Eagles 73 times between 1993 and 2006, and represented the country at three FIFA World Cup tournaments.
He is also one of four players to have won the BBC African player of the Year award more than once (Kanu Nwankwo, Mohamed Salah and Yaya Toure are the others).
Like many players, Jay Jay Okocha net worth starts with his earnings from his career as a footballer.
His salary information is largely unknown, but after playing for 15 years in several leagues and appearing in a number of tournaments for the Super Eagles, he is certain to have amassed a significant wealth from his salaries, appearance bonuses and endorsements.
For many footballers and sports people in general, endorsement deals come to an end after their time in the spotlight is done. However, Okocha's social capital and his popularity as Nigeria's most talented player has kept him in the limelight, making brands continue their association with him.
What is Jay Jay Okocha net worth?
According to a number of online sources, Jay-Jay Okocha net worth is estimated to be around $15 million.
This net worth comes from the business dealings of the holding company he established after his retirement, called the Jay-Jay Okocha group.
Businesses that contribute to Jay-Jay Okocha net worth
The Jay-Jay Okocha group is not only his major business venture but is the entity that returns from any search for Jay-Jay Okocha net worth.
The Jay-Jay Okocha group is a sports and entertainment talent management company, an investment vehicle, an FMCG importer, supplier and distributor, a restaurant chain entity, among others.
It was established in 2008 and is responsible for keeping Jay Jay Okocha net worth at the impressive figure it is today.
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