Former Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has shared the amusing story behind teammate Jamie Vardy's long-standing belief that a healing cream used on injured players originated from a Nigerian witch doctor.
Ndidi Sets the Record Straight
In a video posted on his official Instagram account, Ndidi explained that the so-called 'juju cream' was nothing more than natural shea butter he regularly brought back from Nigeria. According to him, whenever teammates inquired about the substance, they jokingly told them it had come from a Nigerian witch doctor.
Ndidi said the club's masseuses would use the shea butter to massage injured areas. However, when they suggested using it on Vardy, the striker quickly declined. Recalling the moment, Ndidi laughed, saying they told Vardy the cream came from a Nigerian witch doctor, but the former England international immediately replied, 'No, no, no, I'm okay.'
A Lighthearted Moment in the Dressing Room
The story highlights the camaraderie and playful banter within the Leicester City squad. Ndidi's revelation shows how a simple cultural item like shea butter became a source of humour among teammates. The video, shared by Linda Ikeji's blog, quickly gained traction on social media, with fans enjoying the behind-the-scenes anecdote.
