The Nigeria Athletes Commission has expressed sorrow over the death of its member and former Nigerian national team captain, Jatoo Emmanuel.
Before his death, Emmanuel served as an officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and was the immediate past Athletes’ Representative on the Nigeria Volleyball Federation board.
He was also an active member of the Nigerian Athletes Commission and represented the country at three different All-Africa Games.
Reacting to the loss, Chairman of the Nigeria Athletes Commission, Olumide Oyedeji, described Emmanuel’s death as devastating, noting that it came at a time when the Commission greatly needed his experience and contributions.
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“It was a rude shock to learn of Jatoo Emmanuel’s passing. The Commission will truly miss him, and replacing him will be extremely difficult. He was a man full of ideas and consistently offered practical solutions to numerous challenges.
“We are in great pain that he left the Commission at this time. We pray that God grants his soul eternal rest and gives his family the strength to bear this irreplaceable loss,” Oyedeji said.
Oyedeji added that the Commission is deeply pained by the loss and extended heartfelt condolences to Emmanuel’s family.
Born on November 7, 1980, Emmanuel grew up in Jos, Plateau State and passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
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