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| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of birth | 29 March 1983 | ||
| Place of birth | Nigeria | ||
| Position(s) | Defender | ||
| International career | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1999–2003 | Nigeria | 2 | (0) |
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