Is Cardi B Dating Nigerian Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye? What She’s Said So Far
American rapper Cardi B and Nigerian Super Eagles goalkeeper Maduka Okoye have continued to fuel dating rumours after being spotted together at several high-profile events in Europe.
The pair first attracted widespread attention during Paris Fashion Week in July 2026, when they were seen sitting together at the Jean Paul Gaultier Haute Couture show. They were later spotted together in Venice and, more recently, at Milan Fashion Week.
Despite the growing speculation, neither Cardi B nor Okoye has publicly confirmed that they are in a romantic relationship.
The speculation began in July when Cardi B and Okoye were seen together during Paris Fashion Week.
Okoye was photographed helping Cardi to her seat before the two sat beside each other during the Jean Paul Gaultier show. They were also seen together at another fashion event, where they appeared relaxed and engaged in conversation.
The two share a professional connection through celebrity stylist Kollin Carter, who has worked with both of them.
Their appearance together quickly attracted attention online, with fans speculating that the Nigerian goalkeeper and the Grammy-winning rapper could be more than friends.
Cardi B later addressed her experience with Okoye during an interview with Vogue Arabia.
When asked about the goalkeeper, she described him as different from the stern personality he appears to have on social media.
“He was really sweet.”
Cardi added that although Okoye may appear strict or serious online, she found him to be “very kind.”
When asked whether fans could expect to see more of the Nigerian footballer around her, Cardi responded with a coy “I hope so,” accompanied by a laugh.
Her comments further encouraged speculation about the nature of their relationship, although they did not amount to confirmation that the two were dating.
The rumours received another boost in September when Cardi B and Okoye were seen together at an afterparty during Milan Fashion Week on September 22.
A video circulating online showed the pair talking and having drinks together.
Cardi had attended Vogue World: Milano earlier that evening, while Okoye was in Milan as part of his club Udinese’s involvement in Milan Fashion Week activities.
The latest sighting has kept fans guessing, but the footage itself does not establish whether the two are romantically involved.
Cardi has also made it clear that she does not intend to remain single indefinitely.
Following her split from NFL player Stefon Diggs, the rapper told fans that she was not planning to stay single for the rest of her life.
However, she has not specifically identified Maduka Okoye as her partner.
Earlier, while responding to questions surrounding dating rumours, Cardi also complained about the intense scrutiny she faces whenever she is seen with a man, saying that people pay close attention to virtually everything she does.
There is currently no public confirmation that Cardi B and Maduka Okoye are dating.
What is established is that they have been seen together at multiple events since July, including fashion events in Paris and Milan and a dinner outing in Venice.
Cardi has also spoken positively about Okoye, describing him as sweet and kind and saying she hopes to see more of him.
For now, however, whether their connection is a friendship, a professional relationship or something romantic remains a matter of speculation.
