The Nigeria Football Federation has commiserated with Super Eagles’ number one goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, following the demise of his father on Friday.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports the South Africa-based player announced the news of his father’s demise on his Instagram page.
A statement by Ademola Olajire, NFF’s Director of Communications, on Friday quoted the General Secretary, Mohammed Sanusi, as saying that the NFF was shocked and saddened about the incident.
Sanusi noted that the sad news was coming a day after the player featured in the match that won Nigeria the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations ticket.
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He said that the news made for a day of low morale as the team flew from Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire to Uyo in Akwa Ibom State.
He added: “The death of a parent is always a thing of deep sorrow and sadness. However, we want Stanley to take heart in the fruitful and fulfilled life that his father lived.
“We pray that the Almighty will grant him eternal rest, and also grant Stanley and other members of the family the fortitude to bear the big loss.”
