NFF condoles Chukwueze over mother’s death

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has condoled with Super Eagles and Fulham of England winger, Samuel Chukwueze, over the death of his mother, who died in the early hours of Thursday, 29th January, 2026.

Speaking on the loss, NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said, “We are aware that Mrs Sarah Chukwueze was a vital and supportive presence in the lives of her children, including our international player, Samuel Chukwueze.

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“Samuel has always, at every opportunity, acknowledged his mother’s influence on his professional development. We are sad at her departure, coming only a few days after we had to mourn the sudden passing of the father of Super Eagles’ captain, Wilfred Ndidi.

“We pray that God will grant her eternal rest, and also grant those she has left behind, including Samuel and his siblings, the fortitude to bear the big loss.”

Chukwueze’s siblings, Princess and David, announced the passing of their mother on their respective social media platforms, stating that the matriarch of the family died after a brief illness.