Tag: Wilfred Ndidi

Tinubu Offers Condolences to Ndidi After Father’s Death

President Bola Tinubu has extended condolences to Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi following the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi, who reportedly died in a road accident on Tuesday in Umunede, near Agbor, Delta State.

In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described the death as tragic and expressed sympathy with Ndidi and his family. He highlighted the strong bond between Wilfred Ndidi and his father, who served as a mentor throughout the footballer’s career.

Tinubu praised Sunday Ndidi’s modest beginnings, honesty, and the positive impact he had on those who looked up to him for inspiration. He also prayed for comfort for the Ndidi family and eternal rest for the deceased’s soul.

Sunday Ndidi, a retired military officer, was involved in a traffic accident and was confirmed dead after being rushed to a hospital in Agbor. The circumstances of the accident are still under review.

Leicester City, Ndidi’s club, also confirmed the incident, expressing deep sadness over the passing of their player’s father and sending condolences to Wilfred Ndidi and his family.

28/01/2026
Nwabali Laments Goals Conceded Despite Eagles’ Win

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has said he was disappointed to concede goals despite Nigeria’s 3–2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday.

The South Africa-based shot-stopper said allowing two late goals was painful, even though the team secured maximum points, adding that keeping a clean sheet remains his personal goal.

Nigeria dominated much of the encounter, going into the break with a 1–0 lead after Victor Osimhen’s late first-half strike.

Wilfred Ndidi and Ademola Lookman extended the advantage after the restart to give the Super Eagles a commanding 3–0 lead before Tunisia scored twice late in the game.

Speaking to journalists after the match, Nwabali said conceding goals was never part of the plan.

“We really don’t wish to concede. We always want to keep a clean sheet,” he said. “It pains me a lot when I concede, but we keep going as a team.”

The goalkeeper has now conceded three goals in two matches at the ongoing tournament in Morocco.

Nwabali said he hopes to avoid conceding further goals, noting that clean sheets would improve his chances of competing for the tournament’s best goalkeeper award.

28/12/2025
18 Players Arrive As Super Eagles Open Camp In Rabat

The Super Eagles have opened camp in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of Thursday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup CAF playoff against Gabon, with 18 players already in camp as preparations gather momentum.

The team confirmed the arrivals in a post on its official X handle on Tuesday, listing the players currently on ground.

Those in camp include Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, William Troost-Ekong, Benjamin Fredericks, Chidozie Awaziem, Amas Obasogie, Stanley Nwabali, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, Bright Osayi-Samuel and Raphael Onyedika.

Team officials and the first group of players arrived at the Rive Hotel on Sunday, marking the start of the final build-up to the fixture.

Media officer Promise Efoghe said early arrivals included Bassey, Iwobi, Chukwueze, Arokodare and Olusegun.

Head coach Eric Chelle named a 24-man squad for the playoffs, featuring a mix of returning standouts and consistent performers. Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and Sevilla winger Chidera Ejuke earned recalls following strong club displays.

Nigeria will face Gabon in the semi-final on Thursday, while Cameroon take on the Democratic Republic of Congo in the other tie at El-Barid Stadium, also in Rabat.

Winners of both matches will meet on November 16 for a spot in the inter-confederation playoffs, which will determine qualification for the 2026 World Cup in North America.

The Super Eagles are seeking a return to the global stage after missing out on the 2022 tournament in Qatar.

11/11/2025