Nigerian Photojournalist, Sulaiman Adebayo “Pooja” Makes Debut in Premier League Coverage
Emmanuel Femi Adedayo 
Nigerian FIFA and CAF-accredited photojournalist, Sulaiman “Pooja” Adebayo, has reached a significant career milestone with his first-ever pitchside coverage of an English Premier League match.
Adebayo covered Fulham’s 3–0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Craven Cottage on Saturday.
Renowned for his coverage of major tournaments such as the FIFA World Cup and AFCON, Adebayo marked the moment in style, donning traditional Nigerian attire.
His achievement has drawn widespread celebration from fans and colleagues, symbolising a proud moment for African photojournalists in global sports media.
Sharing his excitement on X, Adebayo described the experience as a dream come true.
This milestone underscores his dedication, consistency, and the expanding footprint of African professionals on the world sports stage.
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