President of the Nigerian Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has paid tribute to the late Christian Chukwu, describing him as a national treasure and a true icon of Nigerian football.
In a heartfelt message released on Sunday through his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom, Akpabio expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the former Green Eagles captain.
“We mourn the loss of a Nigerian football legend, Christian Chukwu. As a pioneering defender and one of the most respected leaders of the Green Eagles, his legacy in Nigerian football is everlasting.
His passion, leadership, and exceptional skill inspired generations and shaped the future of the sport in our country,” Akpabio said.
He added, “I am deeply saddened by his death. Christian Chukwu was not just a footballer; he was a symbol of national pride whose contributions to the game can never be forgotten.”
On behalf of the Nigerian Senate, Akpabio extended condolences to Chukwu’s family, friends, and the wider football community, praying for God’s strength to carry them through this difficult time.
“May his soul rest in perfect peace,” he concluded.
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