About Abu Kanu
Born 1972. Abu Kanu is a Sierra Leonean association football player.
Abu Kanu, commonly known as Gbanaloko, (born 31 March 1972 in Magburaka) is a retired Sierra Leonean football striker. Kanu was a member of the Leone Stars squad that participated in the 1994 African Nations Cup in Tunisia. He is the second highest all-time goal scorer for the Sierra Leone national football team with 15 goals, an during his playing days with Sierra Leone, Kanu was most prolific scorer in the team.
Kanu had a spell with NK Slaven Belupo in the Prva HNL.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Abu Kanu?
footballer
When was Abu Kanu born?
Abu Kanu was born on 31 March 1972 in Magburaka.
What is Abu Kanu's occupation?
Abu Kanu is an association football player.
What nationality is Abu Kanu?
Abu Kanu is Sierra Leonean.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Abu Kanu (footballer, born 1972)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Abu Kanu. https://biography.guide/abu-kanu-association-football-player/
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