Top Nigerian Esports Players to Watch in 2025: Rising Stars and Champions

Nigeria's esports sector is growing, with multiple top players in several games by mid-2025.  Here are Nigeria's top esports players this year:

Top Nigerian Esports Players in 2025

1. Adefola

• Specialty: EA Sports FC 24

• Earnings: $15,000

• Achievements: Adefola excelled in EA Sports FC 24 to win the eNPFL 2024 championship. He is the highest-paid Nigerian esports player.

2. 33Storm (Taofeek Oyerinde)

• Specialty: PUBG Mobile

• Earnings: $4,210.01

• Achievements: In regional PUBG Mobile events, 33Storm has been a standout.  His profits reflect his gaming talent and perseverance.

3. Fex (Oluwafemi Ogunsanya)

• Specialty: PUBG Mobile

• Earnings: $3,543.34

• Achievements: Fex has helped his team win several PUBG Mobile events with his impressive skills.  His profits demonstrate consistency.

4. 199Pronto (Joseph Olaleye)

• Specialty: PUBG Mobile

• Earnings: $3,500.01

• Achievements:199Pronto, a budding PUBG Mobile star, impresses with his strategy and performance.  His earnings show his esports potential.

5. Zeus (Hakan Obayendo)

• Specialty: PUBG Mobile

• Earnings: $3,500.01

• Achievements: Zeus' aggressive play has helped his squad win tournaments.  His profits show his competitive effect.

6. 66Aimer (Muhammad Lawal)

• Specialty: PUBG Mobile

• Earnings: $1,666.67

• Achievements: 66Aimer has shown consistent improvement, earning recognition in the competitive PUBG Mobile scene. His earnings reflect his growth and dedication. 

7. SEXYFEXY

• Specialty: PUBG Mobile

• Earnings: $666.67

• Achievements: SEXYFEXY, a newcomer, has shown promise and should be watched in subsequent events.  His earnings suggest a potential esports career.

Rising Stars and Notable Mentions

• KingPlays: Known for his video creation and gaming, KingPlays competed in a $10,000 Call of Duty Mobile event, demonstrating his esports credentials.

• Peller: With millions of followers across platforms, Peller is a Nigerian gaming star known for his captivating broadcasts.  Growing popularity makes him a famous esports figure.

Team Nigeria – The Hawks

Team Nigeria (The Hawks) is preparing for the 2025 African and World Esports Championships.  The squad will participate in eFootball, PUBG Mobile, Counter-Strike 2, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and Dota 2.  Selection is ongoing to find the top national team players.

 These individuals and teams are shaping Nigeria's esports scene.  Their accomplishments demonstrate individual brilliance and Nigerian esports' worldwide rise.

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