Taribo West

Taribo West (born 26 March 1974) is a Nigerian pastor and former professional footballer who played as a defender. He is best remembered for his various unusual and colourful hairstyles.

Quotes

 * If tomorrow I have a young boy who is good to play for the country, Nigerians will not see the good legs because you have to bribe your way into the national teams.
 * Maldini rivalry forced me out of Milan — Taribo. The Punch (Nigeria), 8 December 2023
 * Football is all about the pains of the people. If you do well, they praise you, if you don’t, you are nobody.
 * Italian ultras cursed my parents, threw water, stones at me – Taribo. Punch Newspaper, 6 May 2022.


 * Sport has so much to offer; It can change the lives of younger generation.
 * I was told to join a cult to get political position — Taribo. Punch Newspaper, 17 March 2019.


 * A sign that a team is united can be seen on the bench. When a goal is scored everyone on the bench rises up to celebrate.
 * INTERVIEW: Why I’m positive Super Eagles will set a record in Russia — Taribo West. Premium Times, 4 November 2017.


 * If tomorrow I have a young boy who is good to play for the country, Nigerians will not see the good legs because you have to bribe your way into the national teams.
 * Maldini rivalry forced me out of Milan — Taribo. The Punch (Nigeria), 8 December 2023