Taiwo Awoniyi, an England-based Nigerian professional footballer, has claimed that Nigeria has better cuisine and football legends than the United Kingdom.

The Nottingham Forest striker made the claims in a recent interview with Livescore.

He also claimed that Nigeria has better weather, music, and fashion than the UK.

Awoniyi revealed that Nigerian rapper Olamide is his favourite musician.

He disclosed that Victor Osimhen is the most fashionable player in the current Super Eagles squad.

The football star said Nigeria is his favourite holiday destination.

Nigeria has better food, football legends than UK – Taiwo Awoniyi