NFF Mourns Death of Wilfred Ndidi’s Father in Road Accident

By Micheal Chukwuebuka

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the death of Mr Sunday Ndidi, the father of Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi, who reportedly died following an automobile accident.

In a statement issued by the NFF Communications Department, the football governing body described the incident as heartbreaking, noting that the loss comes shortly after the midfielder’s outstanding service to the nation at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals in Morocco.

Reacting to the tragic news, NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said the federation was still struggling to come to terms with the development.

“This is very sad. The player just gave his very best to the nation at the Africa Cup of Nations 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 and the entire Nigerian football family were deeply affected by the loss, offering prayers and support to the Super Eagles skipper and his family during the difficult period.

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

According to information obtained by thenff.com, Mr Sunday Ndidi died after being hit by a vehicle in the town of Umunede, near Agbor, in Delta State.

Wilfred Ndidi, who currently plays his club football in Turkey, has been a key figure for the Super Eagles in recent years, earning widespread praise for his leadership and commitment on and off the pitch. The NFF’s message of condolence has been echoed by fans and stakeholders across the Nigerian football community, many of whom have taken to social media to express sympathy and solidarity with the national team captain and his family.