President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended condolences to the family of Henry Onyemanze Nwosu, the legendary Nigerian national football team midfielder who died on Saturday at the age of 62.
In a condolence message issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu joined the Nigerian football community in mourning the exceptionally gifted playmaker, whose skill, creativity and artistry on the pitch made him one of the most admired footballers of his generation.
The President recalled Nwosu’s remarkable rise in Nigerian football, noting that he announced himself to the nation as a teenager when he featured in the then Nigeria national football team squad that won the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations at just 17 years old.
President Tinubu also acknowledged the late midfielder’s more than a decade of service to the country, during which he represented Nigeria in several continental tournaments, including the 1982 Africa Cup of Nations, 1984 Africa Cup of Nations, and 1988 Africa Cup of Nations, while contributing to the development of football in the country after his playing career.
The President noted that Nigerians would always remember the late playmaker for the pride and joy he brought to the nation and for inspiring many young footballers to pursue excellence.
- President Tinubu prayed for the repose of Nwosu’s soul and asked God to grant comfort and strength to his family and the entire Nigerian football community.