Osimhen Sends Condolences to Ndidi and Chukwueze
Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has extended his heartfelt condolences to his teammates, Wilfred Ndidi and Samuel Chukwueze, following the recent passing of their parents.
On Tuesday, January 7, news emerged that Ndidi’s father, Sunday Ndidi, died after he was hit by a car in Umunede, near Agbor in Delta State. The development threw the Nigerian football community into mourning.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) later issued a statement to sympathise with the Super Eagles midfielder.
“This is very sad. The player just gave his very best to the nation at the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco where we finished with the bronze medals,” the NFF said.
“He had returned to Turkey with great motivation and high hopes of helping his club win silverware this season, and also help the Super Eagles reach new heights this year.
“We are really shocked at the moment and cannot say much, but we earnestly pray for the repose of the soul of Mr Sunday Ndidi and pray that the Almighty God will comfort our team captain, his siblings, relations and indeed all those he has left behind.”
While Nigerians were still coming to terms with Ndidi’s loss, another sad news broke on Thursday as Chukwueze also lost his mother after a brief illness.
Both players were known to be very close to their parents. Ndidi honoured his father during the recently concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations with a Nwankwo Kanu-style celebration. Chukwueze, on his part, has often shown his strong bond with his mother, including keeping her photo as his Instagram profile picture and supporting charitable projects with her in their hometown.
With the two players going through a painful period, tributes and messages of support have continued to pour in. Osimhen is the latest to publicly show his support.
Taking to social media, the Galatasaray forward shared a touching message to stand with his teammates.
“Dear brothers, Chukwueze and Ndidi, may God grant your parents eternal peace and give you the strength and comfort needed during this difficult time,” Osimhen wrote.
As Ndidi and Chukwueze mourn their loved ones, the football world continues to pray for them, hoping they find comfort and strength in this difficult moment.
