Akim Aliu
Akim Aliu is a Ukrainian-Canadian professional ice hockey player known for his journey through various leagues and his advocacy for social issues within the sport. Born in Nigeria, he moved to Canada and was drafted in the second round of the 2007 NHL Entry Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks. Throughout his career, Aliu played for several teams across different countries, including stints in the NHL, AHL, and overseas. He gained attention for speaking out against racism and discrimination in hockey. Recently, he made headlines for publicly criticizing fellow player P.K. Subban over his reaction to a call from Donald Trump to Team USA, calling Subban a 'disgrace' for his comments and perceived lack of authenticity.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | 1 | 7.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 83,783,942 | 47,123 | $3,845,000 | 2,163$ |
| Totals | 1 | 83,783,942 | 47,123 | $3,845,000 | 2,163$ |
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Recent Mentions
Germany:
Akim Aliu reported that his former coach Bill Peters racially abused him during the 2009/2010 season.
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United States:
Akim Aliu, a Ukranian-Canadian hockey player, responded to a post from Subban on X, ultimately calling him a 'disgrace' and a 'humiliation of the very land you are born and raised in.'
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