President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Super Eagles coach Christian Chukwu, who passed away on Saturday at 74.
In a statement released by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu joined the football community in honoring Chukwu, calling him “a symbol of excellence and patriotism.”
“Christian Chukwu brought joy to millions, mentored a generation, and stood as a pillar of Nigerian sportsmanship,” the statement read. “His legacy lives on through the trophies he won and the lives he touched.”
Chukwu famously captained Nigeria to victory in the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations.
