Mbah visits Christian Chukwu’s family, pledges to do this

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On Wednesday evening, the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, visited the family of late Nigerian football icon and coach, Christian Chukwu, in Enugu to offer his condolences and reassure them that they are not alone during this difficult time.

Governor Mbah, who was attending the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit in London when Chukwu passed away, gave his word that the legendary sportsman would be honoured and remembered for his contributions.

He hailed the late Chukwu fondly known as “Chairman” as a national hero who gave his all in service to Nigeria and left a lasting legacy by motivating countless young people. He added that both the government and the people of Enugu, Chukwu’s home state, were deeply heartbroken by the news of his passing.

Speaking to journalists after signing the condolence register and consoling the family, Mbah stated, “We have come here to commiserate with the family and also to express our devastation. We are just as devastated by his death; and his death is not just a loss to the family alone, it is a loss to all of us, particularly the government and the people of Enugu State.”

“As you know, our beloved brother and legend, Chairman Christian Chukwu is a household name that inspired a lot of young people. He represents a lot of values when it comes to sport globally not just even in Nigeria.

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“So, we are so devastated by his death, but we have also come here to assure the family that this loss is not just theirs, this is our collective loss; that we are going to be with them all through this period of grief, and that we are also going to ensure that his name is immortalised.”

He also offered prayers for the eternal rest of Chukwu’s soul and asked for strength for the family to endure the painful and irreplaceable loss.

Accompanying the governor during the condolence visit to the home of the football legend were the Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Hon. Uchenna Ugwu, and the Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development, Barr. Lloyd Ekweremadu.

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