Malta based forward Obinna Obiefule was the automatic choice for the BOV Player of the Month for May.

The Nigerian striker scored an outstanding total of seven goals in Mosta FC's two matches in May, with a hat-trick against Qormi and a further four goals against Marsaxlokk.

Speaking on winning the award, Obiefule told allnigeriasoccer.com: ''I am happy to win this award as best player in the league for the month of May. I hope it will brighten my chance of also winning best striker of the championship.

''My greatest happiness is that I helped my team remain in the premier division for the first time in the history of the club. My goals were vital.''

(Source: Allnigeriasoccer/Sportinmalta.com)