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How Jay Jay Okocha overcame poverty to become a Superstar

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Jay Jay Okocha interviewed by Betty Kyallo

Former Bolton star Jay-Jay Okocha may now be able to call himself a successful man in life but he has not always led such a gilded life.

The Nigerian grew up in poverty-stricken area where life was a struggle throughout his childhood.

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