The Udinese goalkeeper arrived on Friday, becoming the last player to join Nigeria’s 24-man squad after missing the team’s first two training sessions.
The Super Eagles confirmed his arrival in a post on their official X account, accompanied by a picture of the goalkeeper with the message, “Welcome, Maduka.”
Okoye’s delayed arrival had attracted criticism after footage emerged of him at Milan Fashion Week, where he represented Udinese and modelled the club’s third kit. He was also pictured with American rapper Cardi B during the event.
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle had earlier explained that Udinese requested that Okoye remain with the Italian club to fulfil some activities before linking up with the national team.
His arrival means Chelle now has all three goalkeeping options available, with Stanley Nwabali and Arthur Okonkwo also in camp.
Nigeria will face Madagascar at 5pm on Friday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, in their opening Group L fixture of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.
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