The Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) has expressed deep shock and unhappiness following the dying of Sarah Chukwueze, the mom of Tremendous Eagles ahead Samuel Chukwueze, who died on January 29, 2026.
The passing of Chukwueze was introduced by Samuel’s sister, Princess Chukwueze, and his brother, David Chukwueze, by way of their respective social media platforms on Thursday morning. The household disclosed that the matriarch died after a short sickness.
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In an emotional message, NFF Common Secretary Dr Mohammed Sanusi described Sarah Chukwueze as a central and supportive determine within the lives of her kids.
“We’re conscious that Sarah Chukwueze was a significant and supportive presence within the lives of her kids, together with our worldwide participant, Samuel Chukwueze,” Sanusi mentioned.
“Samuel has at all times, at each alternative, acknowledged his mom’s affect on his skilled improvement.
“We’re unhappy at her departure, coming just a few days after we needed to mourn the sudden passing of the daddy of Tremendous Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi.
“We pray that God will grant her everlasting relaxation and likewise grant these she has left behind, together with Samuel and his siblings, the fortitude to bear this nice loss.”
