Former Super Eagles of Nigeria captain John Mikel Obi is back in the country with purpose.
The 35-year-old midfielder is back in the country to promote his new program Back to Base.
Upon his return to the country, Mikel Obi decided to have a kick about with some grassroots footballers.
In photos and videos that have now gone viral, Mikel Obi is seen having a good time on a pitch without grass.
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Mikel Obi at Evans Square
The game involving the former Chelsea star took place at Evans Square, Ebute Metta in Lagos State.
Mikel Obi regarded as one of the greatest players in Nigerian football has decided to give back to the country.
Now close to the end of his career, Mikel was dressed in an all white outfit as he took to the pitch at Evans Square at Ebute Metta.
The sand pitch is unlike any in which Mikel Obi played on during his illustrious career in Europe.
The former Super Eagles midfield anchor was all smiles as he took to the pitch with the young kids.
After conclusion of the game, the kids gathered together to take a picture with the former Chelsea star
See videos of Mikel Obi playing in Lagos below