ABUJA, NIGERIA — (NPA) March 15 — President Bola Tinubu has condoled with the family of legendary Super Eagles midfielder Henry Onyemanze Nwosu, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 62.
In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy), Tinubu joined the Nigerian football community in mourning Nwosu, describing him as an exceptionally skilled player whose artistry on the pitch remains the stuff of legends.
The president recalled Nwosu’s brilliance as a 17-year-old in the Green Eagles squad that won the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations, his decade-long service to the national team, and his role in subsequent AFCON tournaments in 1982, 1984, and 1988. He also acknowledged Nwosu’s contributions to sports development in Nigeria.
“The President states that Nigerians will always remember the late playmaker for the pride and joy he brought to the nation and for inspiring many compatriots to greater accomplishments,” the statement read.
Tinubu prayed for the repose of Nwosu’s soul and comfort for his family.
