MikelJohnObi, also known as JohnObiMikel, is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a defensive midfielder. The site owner hides the web page description. This video shows the Panini legend JohnObiMikel (Nigeria), who appeared more than 5 times in Panini tournament albums.You can see his Panini career and his... JohnObiMikel faced the media after Nigeria's loss to Argentina while knowing his father was being held for ransom. Patrick Smith - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images. MikelObi retires from football, calling time on his legendary career.Happy retirement, JohnObiMikel. As the 35-year-old officially hangs his boot, one can only clap in admiration of his greatness and reminisce on his many accomplishments. Watch JohnObiMikel score for Nigeria at Rio Olympics.JohnObiMikel in a Manchester United shirt after signing with the club (Image: AFP/Getty ). A month's trial was followed by another three weeks at Carrington. MikelJohnObi played in Nigeria’s defeat to Argentina despite concerns over his father’s safety. Photograph: Patrick Smith - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images. JohnObiMikel, football legend, Nigeria, Chelsea, Middlesbrough, African football, tranbzonspor, stokecity, Kuwait, soccer, international leagues, impact.Discover the inspiring journey ofJohnObiMikel, Chelsea's underrated legend and Nigerianhero.