Taribo West is a Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a defender. He is best remembered for his various unusual and colourful hairstyles.
After winning several major trophies with Auxerre in French football, West went on to play for both Milanese clubs, Internazionale and Milan. He also appeared in the top level leagues of England and Germany.
NAME: Taribo West
DATE OF BIRTH: 26 March 1974
PLACE OF BIRTH:
OCCUPATION: Footballer
CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES: He started playing professionally with Obanta United in 1989, before returning to Sharks in 1990. West then played for Enugu Rangers in 1991, before joining Julius Berger in 1992
HONORS AND AWARDS: Club
Auxerre
Championnat de France: 1995–96
Coupe de France: 1993–94, 1995–96
Internazionale
UEFA Cup: 1997–98
Partizan
First League of Serbia and Montenegro: 2002–03
International
Nigeria
Olympic Games: 1996
Africa Cup of Nations: Runner-up 2000