Biography
Victor Okoh Boniface (born 23 December 2000) is a Nigerian professional footballer who has established himself as a prominent figure in professional football.
Currently, Victor Boniface is showcasing his impressive skills as a striker for the prestigious Bundesliga club Bayer Leverkusen.
In addition, Victor Boniface proudly represents his country on the international stage as a vital member of the Nigerian national team. His notable qualities include impressive physical strength, exceptional aerial ability and incredible goalscoring ability.
Nigerian Football Player
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| Full name: | Victor Okoh Boniface |
| Stage name: | Victor Boniface |
| Born: | December 23, 2000 (age 23) |
| Place of birth: | Ondo, Nigeria |
| State of origin: | Ondo State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Education: | Do not have |
| Height: | 1.90 minutes |
| Parents: | Mr. and Mrs. Okoh |
| Siblings: | Do not have |
| Couple: | Unmarried |
| Girlfriend • Partner: | Do not have |
| The children: | Do not have |
| Job: | Football player |
| Net worth: | 5 million dollars |
Early life and education
A Nigerian citizen, Victor Boniface was born in Ondo on December 23, 2000. From his early days, he was raised and cared for by his parents and successfully kept his name hidden from the public.
To be clear, Mr. and Mrs. Okoh will be the reference names for these undisclosed parents. Unfortunately, there is no information about Victor Boniface’s siblings in the media.
Regarding his educational journey and background, Victor Boniface has chosen to keep it a secret and has not revealed any details about this aspect of his life so far.
Career
In March 2019, Victor Boniface moved to Glimt from Real Sapphire. Sadly, just two weeks later, a cruciate ligament injury ended his 2019 season. Despite this, he was initially selected for the Nigeria U-20 squad for the 2019 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, but the injury forced him to withdraw. However, in September 2019, he made his debut for Bodø/Glimt.
By August 2022, Victor Boniface had signed a lucrative four-year deal with Union SG in Belgium. His impact was immediate, helping Union SG shine in the competitive 2022–23 Europa League. He scored six goals during the tournament, sharing the top scorer title with Marcus Rashford.
Moving forward, Victor Boniface began a new chapter with Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. He made his debut on 19 August 2023, in a 3-2 win over RB Leipzig. A week later, on 26 August, he showcased his talent with two goals in a 3-0 win over Borussia Mönchengladbach.
On 27 August 2023, history was made when Victor Boniface shone for Bayer Leverkusen against Borussia Monchengladbach, sealing a 3-0 win. The moment lit up the second round of the Bundesliga, hinting at an exciting journey ahead.
Awards & Nominations
- Belgian Pro League Player of the Season 2022-23
- African Player of the Year 2023
- UEFA Europa League Top Scorers 2022-23
- UEFA Europa League Team of the Season 2022-23
Social media
- Instagram: @boniface_jrn
- Twitter: @VictorBoniface10
- Facebook: @VictorBoniface10
Personal life
Victor Boniface, 23 years old, is quite a private person, keeping his personal life private and not revealing much about himself.
There is a popular belief that Victor Boniface is single and has no children. Moreover, it is worth mentioning that he is not active on any social media, maintaining a low online presence.
Net worth
Victor Boniface has amassed a net worth of around $5 million. While his current salary is not yet public, it is speculated to be around €300,000 per year, which is roughly equivalent to $330,000.
