Former Nigeria national team captain announces his conversion to Islam in Doha

William Troost-Ekong, the Qatari Al-Ahli defender and former Nigeria national team captain, officially announced his conversion to Islam after reciting the Shahada in Doha. He expressed his desire to deepen his understanding of the Islamic faith. Troost-Ekong is considered one of the top defenders in Nigerian football and represented his country in international tournaments.

William Troost-Ekong, the Qatari Al-Ahli club defender and former captain of the Nigerian national team, officially announced his conversion to Islam, after reciting the Shahada in the Qatari capital, Doha. Troost-Ekong expressed his desire to further deepen his understanding of the Islamic faith and learn about its teachings and principles in the coming period. Troost-Ekong is considered one of the most prominent defenders in Nigerian football in recent years, and has previously represented his country's national team in numerous international tournaments and competitions. The news is reported by the Palestine Online website.