The Super Eagles of Nigeria have expressed condolences to captain Wilfred Ndidi following the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi, who died on Tuesday after a road accident.
Unfortunately, the retired military personnel was reportedly involved in an accident in Umunede, Delta State, and was confirmed dead after he was rushed to a hospital in Agbor, also in Delta State.
The report stated that in a statement shared via the Super Eagles’ official X account, the team expressed sympathy with the former Leicester City midfielder and his family.
The statement read; “Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time, Wilfred.”
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Turkish Süper Lig side, Besiktas, also confirmed the incident on Tuesday, describing the death as tragic.
The club said in a statement released via its official X account; that the are deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of their footballer Wilfred Ndidi’s esteemed father, Sunday Ndidi, in a fatal traffic accident.”
Wilfred Ndidi’s club added, “May Allah grant mercy to the deceased; we extend our condolences to our footballer Wilfred Ndidi, his family, and loved ones.”
