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SENATOR ADEYEMI URGES TINUBU TO HONOR LATE GREEN EAGLES CAPTAIN CHRISTIAN CHUKWU
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Senator Smart Adeyemi has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to immortalize the late Christian Chukwu, the legendary former captain of Nigeria’s national football team. Chukwu led the country to its first Africa Cup of Nations title in 1980 and passed away recently at the age of 74. Adeyemi, a former representative of Kogi West Senatorial District, made the appeal in a statement, saying, “The exploits of Christian Chukwu remain fresh in the minds of Nigerians. He was undoubtedly the best of his generation.” The senator believes that honoring Chukwu would inspire aspiring athletes and patriots across the country. “We hope the country will honour him in a lasting and significant way, to motivate others to give their all for the nation,” Adeyemi stated. He also urged sports administrators to prioritize the holistic development of sports in the country. Chukwu’s legacy includes leading the national team to multiple AFCON finals and serving as head coach of the Super Eagles.