By Mark Ogagan
Former Super Eagles Captain and (later) coach, Christian Chukwu (MFR), has passed away at the age of 74.
According to his former national teammate, Chief (Dr.) Olusegun Odegbami who broke the sad news, Chukwu died on Saturday morning, though the cause of death is yet to be ascertained.
“I just received the news that between 09h00 and 10h00, this morning, my bosom friend and teammate, one of the greatest players in Nigeria’s football history, former captain and coach of Nigeria’s national football team team, has passed on.
“Babuje, Emmanuel Okala (MON), gave me the sad news a few minutes ago!
“May ‘Onyim’ find peace with Our Creator in Heaven, and console his family,” Dr. Odegbami wrote.
In 2021, false reports of Chukwu’s death had circulated widely, prompting the legendary former Enugu Rangers captain to refute the rumours during his 70th birthday celebration on January 4, 2021.
Reacting then, Chukwu said: “I am terribly embarrassed with this news that I am dead. Several people have been calling me from across the world since the news broke. I am still investigating the source of the story.”
Chukwu, affectionately known as “Chairman,” was a prominent figure in Nigerian football — both as a player and as a coach. His legacy in the sport remains significant.
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