The picture was shared by Mercy Akide’s husband, renowned sports journalist, Colin Udoh.

Colin NOT Collins @ColinUdoh

Hi @CAF_Online @CAFwomen see pic from the CAF Awards in Johannesburg where @MarvellousMercy was named Africa Woman Player of the Year 1999 along with @papilokanu as Men’s Player of the Year. She held the title until 2002 when it was awarded to Alberta Sackey @Franzo_safa