Born on January 21, 1963, in Lagos, Nigeria, Hakeem rose to fame with his incredible skills on the court, especially during his time with the Houston Rockets in the NBA.
But Hakeem's success wasn't just about basketball. He credits his parents, Salim and Abike Olajuwon, for instilling in him a strong work ethic and discipline that helped him achieve his dreams.
Debunking common misconceptions about Nigeria, Hakeem proudly shares his experience growing up in cosmopolitan Lagos, where he was exposed to diversity and cultures.
After his playing career, Hakeem continued to make a lasting impact on basketball. He was inducted into the FIBA Hall of Fame in 2016 and named one of the NBA's 75 greatest players in 2021.
He also represented Team Africa in the 2015 NBA Africa exhibition game, giving back to his roots.
A true legend on and off the court.
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