President Bola Tinubu has expressed his deepest sympathies to Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze, following the passing of his mother, Mrs. Sarah Chukwueze.

In a statement released on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President extended his heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased, who passed away today (Thursday).

The President described the loss as a significant blow, especially coming at a time when the Nigerian football community is already reeling from a similar tragedy involving another national star.

“The passing of Mrs. Chukwueze, the mother of one of our bright football stars, just a few days after the passing of Super Eagles’ Captain Wilfred Ndidi’s father, is deeply saddening,” the President said.

Reflecting on the emotional toll these losses have taken on the national team players, President Tinubu assured the grieving families of his personal support and spiritual solidarity.

“I mourn with them, and I am with them in prayers during this difficult time,” the President added.

In his message of comfort, Tinubu encouraged the Chukwueze family to remain strong and find peace in the impactful life lived by their late matriarch.

He urged them to “find solace in the memory and legacy” of Mrs. Chukwueze.

Concluding the state message, the President offered a prayer for the repose of the soul of the departed, asking that “God Almighty will grant the departed eternal rest.”

The death of Mrs. Sarah Chukwueze marks a period of intense mourning for the Super Eagles, occurring less than 48 hours after Captain Wilfred Ndidi lost his father, Sunday Ndidi, in a tragic road accident. (The PUNCH)