Mohammed Kudus recently shared that his strong work ethic is a testament to his hard-working mother, who used to sell Tuo Zaafi to support him and his siblings. Expressing a deep bond, Kudus even flew his mother to London for his West Ham United unveiling last summer. The Ghanaian international disclosed that his mother, at the risk of her job, sold Tuo Zaafi, a Ghanaian dish made from corn or millet, on the streets to provide for the family.
Now that he is earning well, Kudus is determined to ensure his mother’s comfort and has stopped her from continuing to sell. In an interview with Guvna B on West Ham TV, he said, “My mum used to sell Tuo zaafi. She put her job on the line to take care of me and my siblings. But now I don’t let her do that anymore.”
Kudus emphasized his commitment to making his mother as comfortable as possible, expressing gratitude for her sacrifices. He shared that after signing a professional contract, his first act was to buy his mother a house. Moving her out of Nima, the slum community where he was born, is one of his proudest achievements.
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“Moving her out of Nima, getting her her own house. I think that’s one of the biggest achievements that she’s proud of. The first thing I did when I moved to Denmark was to give my mum a house so that she can be comfortable,” he said.
Believing that providing a home is a fundamental need for a good life, Kudus takes pride in this significant gesture for his mother. The 23-year-old, thriving in the Premier League since joining West Ham from Ajax, has not only adapted seamlessly but has also showcased his skills on the field. With eight goals and one assist in various competitions this season, including a double in a recent victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, Kudus is making a mark in English football.
