NFF, Kalusha Bwalya, Dike Pay Tributes To Stephen Keshi Following Death

Former Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi has passed away in Benin City at the age of 54, and reports have indicated that he suffered a heart attack prior to his death.

The retired Nigeria international had planned to fly back to the United States, where he had a home, today.

The Nigeria Football Federation confirmed the death of the iconic central defender via social media, stating : “Former Nigeria Captain and Coach, Stephen Keshi, is dead. Reports say the legend died in the early hours of Wednesday, RIP Big Boss.”

Super Eagles striker Bright Dike added : “It saddens me greatly to hear Stephen Keshi is no longer with us. The Nigeria coach that made many of my dreams come true. Rip friend.”

Zambia legend Kalusha Bwalya commented : “Woke up to the sad news of the passing of my brother Stephen Keshi. I can’t believe it. I am in shock . Football legend. RIP.”

Stephen Keshi was captain of the Super Eagles squad that won the 1994 African Cup of Nations and managed Nigeria, Togo and Mali.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

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