Travel BlogJuly 8, 2024
SO/ Maldives and Paris Saint-Germain Welcome Football Legend Jay-Jay Okocha
SO/ Maldives in collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), one of the most successful football club and sports franchise in the world, welcomes Paris Saint-Germain legend Augustine Azuka “Jay-Jay” Okocha to its luxurious island couture. This visit is part of a special sponsorship activation with PSG’s premium partner, Ooredoo.
Jay-Jay Okocha, a Nigerian former professional footballer celebrated for his skill and flair as an attacking midfielder, will be enjoying the luxurious offerings of SO/ Maldives. Jay-Jay Okocha earned 73 caps for the Nigeria national team between 1993 and 2006, scoring 14 goals, and was a member of three FIFA World Cup squads. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players from Africa and a player who has left a mark on the history of Paris Saint-Germain.
“We are honoured to host Jay-Jay Okocha at SO/ Maldives,” said Oreste Traetto, Resort Manager of SO/ Maldives. “His visit is a testament to our resort’s exceptional offerings and our [Accor] ongoing collaboration with Paris Saint-Germain and Ooredoo locally. We look forward to providing him with an unforgettable stay.”
As part of this exclusive experience, Jay-Jay Okocha will engage in various activities and events that highlight the resort’s unique blend of luxury, relaxation, and adventure, further solidifying SO/ Maldives as a stylish and covetable destination.
A sartorially-rooted retreat set on a pristine private island surrounded by the Emboodhoo Lagoon, SO/ Maldives is located just a 15-minute speedboat ride from Malé’s Velana International Airport. Harmoniously blending rare accessibility with exquisite serenity, SO/ Maldives offers 80 luxurious over-water and beachfront villas—ranging in size from one to three bedrooms—all with stunning views and private pools.