Victor Osimhen: Why Super Eagles star spends up to ₦81m just to visit Lagos — report

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen spends as much as ₦81 million on private jet charters for trips between Istanbul and Lagos, Soccernet.ng reports.

Speaking on Carter Efe’s livestream, the former Napoli forward shed light on the reasons behind his eye-catching travel habit.

The Galatasaray forward regularly flies home during short breaks in the season, where he prioritises comfort and time efficiency despite the high cost.

Why Victor Osimhen chooses private jets for Lagos trips

Osimhen’s preference for private travel is largely driven by his tight football schedule and desire to maximise limited time off.

The report states that the 27-year-old typically uses a Cessna Citation Latitude jet for the roughly 4,600 km journey from Istanbul to Lagos, which takes about six and a half hours.

Charter costs range between $45,000 and $60,000 (approximately ₦60.75 million to ₦81 million), covering fuel, crew, landing fees, and aircraft positioning.

Speaking during a livestream with Nigerian content creator Carter Efe, Osimhen made it clear that his decision goes beyond luxury.

“I love my country. I grew up in Lagos, and after every season I always come back to have fun. The people are amazing—it’s always an honor to be in Nigeria, especially Lagos. I really love it here. Lagos is my Miami.”

The private jet option allows the former Napoli striker to avoid long airport processes and commercial flight delays, making quick visits to Nigeria more feasible.

No jet ownership despite rumours

Despite widespread speculation on social media, there is no confirmed evidence that Osimhen owns a private jet.

Aviation records cited in the report show that Nigerian international operations are on a charter basis rather than owning aircraft. Earlier claims linking him to a $15 million Gulfstream purchase have been debunked.

Owning a similar jet would reportedly cost over $2.4 million annually in maintenance and operations alone, making chartering a more flexible option even for top earners.

Osimhen, who reportedly earns around €20 million annually in Turkey, continues to balance his elite European career with strong personal ties to Nigeria.