NFF mourns death of Wilfred Ndidi’s father

NFF mourns death of Wilfred Ndidi’s father

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed shock and deep sadness over the death of Sunday Ndidi, the father of Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi.

According to reports, the tragic accident occurred on Sunday in Umunede, Delta State. Sunday Ndidi, a retired military officer, was rushed to a hospital in Agbor, where he was later confirmed dead on Tuesday.

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In a statement released on Tuesday, NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, described the loss as devastating, particularly coming so soon after Ndidi’s commitment to national duty.

“This is very sad. The player just gave his very best to the nation at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Morocco, where we finished with the bronze medals,” Sanusi said.

“He had returned to Turkey with great motivation and high hopes of helping his club to win silverware this season and also help the Super Eagles reach new heights this year.”

Sanusi added that the federation was still coming to terms with the news.

“We are really shocked at the moment and cannot say much, but we earnestly pray for the repose of the soul of Sunday Ndidi and pray that the Almighty God will comfort our team captain, his siblings, relations and indeed all those he has left behind.”

Sunday Ndidi reportedly passed away after being hit by a car in the town of Umunede, near Agbor, Delta State.

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