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| Full name | Muizz Olakunle Sikiru | ||
| Date of birth | November 5, 2007 | ||
| Height | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | ||
| Position | Striker (Centre Forward) | ||
| Team information | |||
Current team | Lasegski FC | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 2022–2023 | Sammy FC Academy | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 2024– | Musshak FC | ||
| 2024–2025 | → Rivers FC (loan) | ||
| 2025 | → Dyto FC (loan) | ||
| 2026– | → Lasegski FC (loan) | ||
| * Club domestic league appearances and goals | |||
Muizz Olakunle Sikiru (born 5 November 2007) is a Nigerian professional footballer who plays as a striker (centre forward) for Lasegski FC, on loan from Musshak FC.[1] Known for his clinical finishing, explosive pace, and extensive goal-scoring record across domestic leagues and cup competitions in West Africa, Sikiru has registered 99 goals in 113 total career appearances.[2][3]
Early Life and Youth Career
editSikiru was born on 5 November 2007 in Nigeria. He developed his early footballing skills within the competitive youth academy structures of Lagos State. During the 2022–2023 season, he competed for Sammy FC Academy. He quickly established himself as a key attacking figure, scoring 19 goals in 22 matches within the State Football Academy League.
During his time with the academy, Sikiru led his side to victory in the Obas Cup—where he emerged as the tournament's top scorer with 7 goals in 6 matches—and secured a runner-up finish in the Alimosho Football Competition, contributing another 5 goals in 6 appearances.
Club Career
editMusshak FC and Early Loans
editSikiru's senior career is anchored by his parent club, Musshak FC in Lagos, Nigeria,[4] which managed his development by orchestrating strategic loan spells to professional clubs across West Africa.
Rivers FC (2024–2025)
editFor the 2024–2025 campaign, Sikiru was loaned to Rivers FC. He enjoyed a breakout season on the professional circuit, emerging as one of the team's leading goalscorers. He made 16 league appearances, scoring 13 goals and providing 4 assists.[5] He carried his clinical form into domestic knockout football, netting 3 goals in 4 FA Cup matches.
Dyto FC (2025)
editIn 2025, Sikiru moved abroad to join the Togolese professional club Dyto FC in Lomé. Despite adapting to a new national league, he maintained elite goal-scoring standards. Over the course of 25 league appearances, Sikiru scored 22 goals and added 3 assists, earning critical acclaim for his tactical versatility and attacking creativity in the Togolese top flight.
Lasegski FC (2026)
editSikiru returned to Nigeria for the 2026 season, signing with Lasegski FC in Abeokuta, Ogun State. His domestic campaign yielded a perfect goal-to-game ratio in league fixtures, where he scored 14 goals in 14 matches alongside 4 assists. In the FA Cup, he continued his streak by scoring 4 goals in 4 matches, solidifying his status as one of the top performers of the national season.[6]
Playing Style and Attributes
editStanding at 1.80 meters (5 ft 11 in) and weighing 81 kilograms, Sikiru is a modern, physically robust centre forward. Though primarily utilized as a central striker, his technical adaptability allows him to operate effectively on both the left and right wing flanks.
Football analysts and technical staff highlight Sikiru for his explosive pace and acceleration over both short and long distances, combined with advanced dribbling skills. He is considered an ambidextrous finisher, capable of clinical goal-scoring with both feet, as well as maintaining a powerful long-range shooting threat. Due to his physical profile, he possesses a strong aerial presence and effective heading ability. Tactically, he is noted for his intelligent off-the-ball movement, high work rate across 90 minutes, and defensive contribution when out of possession.
Career Statistics
editClub Performance
edit| Season | Club | League | Matches | Goals | Assists | Cup Matches | Cup Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–23 | Sammy FC Academy | State Academy League | 22 | 19 | 3 | 12 | 12 |
| 2024–25 | Rivers FC | National League | 16 | 13 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| 2025 | Dyto FC | Togolese Championnat | 25 | 22 | 3 | — | — |
| 2026 | Lasegski FC | Nigerian League | 14 | 14 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Total | 77 | 68 | 14 | 20 | 19 |
Note: Career summary totals reflect 113 combined competitive appearances and 99 total goals across all league, academy structure, and FA Cup competitions.
Honors and Awards
editReferences
edit- ↑ For club profiles and league tracking records, see Lasegski FC Profile on Sofascore and Musshak FC Listing on Finelib.
- ↑ Muizz Olakunle Sikiru Career Portfolio Summary.
- ↑ Muizz Olakunle Sikiru Match Action and Highlights. Facebook. Lasegski Football Club. Retrieved 11 June 2026.
- ↑ "Musshak Football Club Business Profile". Nigeria Phonebook. Retrieved 11 June 2026.
- ↑ "Rivers United FC Official Loan Announcement". Facebook. Rivers United FC. Retrieved 11 June 2026.
- ↑ Muizz Olakunle Sikiru Match Highlights & Performance. Facebook. Lasegski Football Club. Retrieved 11 June 2026.