The death of Stephen Keshi has thrown many Nigerians in shock including the vice president Yemi Osibanjo who released the statement below.
The news of the sudden death of Mr. Stephen Keshi saddens our Nation. As captain and coach of our national football team, his service, dedication and achievements including lifting the African Nations Cup both as a player and then as a coach, remain a great testament to the value of hard work.
His personal triumphs and pursuits as a world-class professional footballer inspired many young talented sportsmen and women around Africa. On behalf of the people and Government of Nigeria, I commiserate with the family of Mr. Stephen Keshi on this tragic loss.
Our thoughts are with his children at this time of sadness especially so soon after the loss of their mother.We send our deepest condolences to them and also to the countless friends he made in a lifetime of service.
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