Allen Okwuchukwu Waobikeze

Okwuchukwu Allen Waobikeze, also known as Baba O, was born in Abor Mbaise, Imo State, Nigeria, on June 3, 1969, to the late Chief Allen Atah Waobikeze-oko and Mrs Kate Ijeoma Waobikeze. He is from Omoku in Onelga, of Rivers State, Nigeria. He was the 6th child in a polygamous family of 10 children and the 1st son to Mrs. Kate Waobikeze. He attended other primary schools but didn’t fare well until he was enrolled into Port Harcourt Primary School where he developed an affinity for soccer at the age of 7 years. Okwuchukwu played soccer in Primary school (3A vs 3B). In 1982, he gained admission into FGCPH and was assigned to Faith House. He played for Faith House in J.S.S. 1. In JSS 2 & 3 Okwus played soccer at C.A.I.P.O games. In JSS 3, he played for the FGCPH junior boys and senior boys' teams.
In SS 1, He played for the senior team and won the football match against FGC Ikot Ekpene, played for the Youth tournament cup in Brazil, and won the Presidents club against Brazil. In 1988, he played for Pabod Breweries in 1988,1989, He played for Sharks of Port Harcourt and also played Fedco games in Jos, Plateau State.

In 1990, Okwuchukwu played for Calabar Rovers. He also played for Nigeria's Super Eagles in September 1990 with the likes of Etim Esin, Samson Siasia and Friday Ekpo when Clemens Westerhoff was the Nigerian coach.
In 1991, Okwuchukwu played for Iwuanyanwu Football Club. In 1992, He played for Calabar Rovers 1993, played for the Sharks of Port Harcourt, 1994 he played for BCC Lions of Gboko (continental match) In 1991 and 1994, He played the African Champions League with Iwuanyanwu football club.In 1995, He played for the Sharks of Port Harcourt again.In 1996, he also played for a Division 3 Team in Turkey, and played for the Volkswagen football team in 1998 in Germany. Okwuchukwu retired from playing soccer in 1999 when he relocated to the United States.

Okuchukwu lived a life defined by passion, determination, and achievement. From an early age, he demonstrated remarkable talent as an athlete, eventually becoming a professional international soccer player in Nigeria. His dedication to the sport led him to proudly accompany his team to the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, a milestone that brought him immense pride and joy.

After his time on the field, he carried the same drive and discipline into his professional career. He attended Remington College and acquired a diploma as a Pharmacy Technician. As Owner and CEO of AD Wireless from 2003 to 2008, he led the company with vision, creating new opportunities, building lasting partnerships, and driving market growth. He later continued his work in sports as Business Development Manager for Sharks Football Club from 2009 to 2011, where he traveled extensively, fostered international relationships, and opened doors for players to succeed on a global stage.

In 2012, he began a new chapter in the offshore drilling industry, where he worked until 2021. This role took him across the United States, allowing him to build new skills, form lasting friendships, and contribute to a demanding and vital field.
In 2013, he founded Touched 4 Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to giving back through sports. Partnering with shoe companies in Houston, he organized the delivery of 100 pairs of soccer shoes to children in Port Harcourt, Nigeria—an act of generosity that reflected his heart for service and his desire to create opportunities for the next generation.

The following year, in 2014, he achieved one of his proudest personal accomplishments by becoming a United States citizen, a testament to his perseverance and commitment to building a brighter future for himself and his family.
A true athlete, businessman, and humanitarian, he was admired for his vision, leadership, and compassion. Beyond his professional and philanthropic achievements, he will be remembered for his generosity, love for family, and unwavering dedication to uplifting others.

Okwuchukwu loved to love. This led him into relationships that ended in marriages that he did his best to sustain. In February 2025, he tried again and surprised us by marrying a beautiful lady in Nigeria. Allen loved life. He adored his mother, daughter, siblings, nephews, and nieces. He believed in family and embraced all whom he came in contact with as part of his family. He will be sorely missed!
Though his journey on earth has ended, his legacy as a gifted athlete, visionary leader, and loving family man will live on forever in the hearts of those who knew him.

We all love you, Allen. The entire Waobikeze family, cousins, nephews, nieces, relatives, friends, colleagues and football fans all over the world miss you and wish your soul eternal rest until we meet again.
Adieu Baba ooo.. Decoy…it is well.