The Nigerian football community has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of Sunday Ndidi, father of Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi.
The retired military officer died on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, after being involved in a road accident in Umunede, Delta State. He was rushed to a hospital in Agbor where he was later confirmed dead.
The sad news was officially announced by Beşiktaş, Ndidi’s Turkish club side, which expressed deep condolences in a message on social media platform X. “May Allah have mercy on the deceased. We offer our heartfelt condolences to our footballer Wilfred Ndidi, his family, and all his loved ones,” the club stated.
Wilfred Ndidi recently assumed the captaincy of the Nigerian national team, leading the Super Eagles to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. During the tournament, he scored his first-ever international goal and dedicated his celebration to his father and football legend Kanu Nwankwo.
Messages of condolence have poured in from teammates, fans, and officials across the football world, offering support to the midfielder during this difficult time. The incident underscores the recurring tragedy of road accidents in Nigeria.
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Disclaimer: This report is based on official statements from the involved football club and preliminary reports of the incident. Further details regarding the circumstances of the accident are expected from local authorities.
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