Joel Ajayi

Nigerian forward Elogie Oha Tekevwe made a positive appearance for Wikki Tourists in their Nigeria Premier Football League encounter against Ikorodu City, coming on in the second half as he continued his return to domestic football.

Tekevwe was introduced in the 68th minute of the match at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, bringing fresh energy to the Wikki Tourists attack as the Bauchi-based side battled against an Ikorodu City team that had established a strong advantage earlier in the game.

Although Wikki Tourists eventually suffered a 3–1 defeat, Tekevwe’s introduction provided another opportunity for the forward to demonstrate his qualities on the NPFL stage.

The 26 years old Nigerian attacker showed good movement and composure during his time on the pitch, looking comfortable in possession and willing to take on the opposition. His brief appearance also offered a glimpse of the attacking qualities that have characterised his career, particularly his ability to operate from the left side while also playing through the middle.

Ikorodu City had taken control of the contest in the first half, scoring three times before the interval. Wikki Tourists pulled one goal back through Jonathan Mairiga in the 66th minute, before Tekevwe entered the contest shortly afterwards. Ikorodu City eventually secured a 3–1 victory.

For Tekevwe, however, the significance of the outing goes beyond the result. The appearance represents another step in his football journey after gaining international experience in the Maldives.

The forward previously made headlines after joining Maldivian Dhivehi Premier League side Club Green Streets in September 2025, where he impressed during his spell with the club. However, after a couple of months, he called time on his stint in the Maldives and returned to Nigeria, where he resumed his career in the Nigerian top flight with Wikki Tourists.

His spell in the Maldives added an international dimension to the career of the former Espoir FC player and gave him experience outside Nigerian football.

Now back in the NPFL environment, Tekevwe will be looking to build on his latest appearance and earn more playing time as the season progresses. His ability to play in more than one attacking position could provide Wikki Tourists with an additional option as they seek to strengthen their attacking output.

While the result at Ikorodu City did not go Wikki Tourists’ way, Tekevwe’s second-half introduction provided another opportunity for the Nigerian forward to continue his development and make his mark on the domestic scene.

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