Fans are still mourning the death of Chinedu Udoji, former captain o Enyimba FC who now plays for Kano a pillars.
It was gathered that Udoji who played in Sunday’s crunch NPFL clash against his former club which ended in stalemate lost his life after he was involved in a ghastly accident on his way back home.
A confirmation by Pillars read: Chinedu Udoji was involved in a car accident yesterday after visiting his former teammates at Enyimba.
“This tragic accident happened along Club Road in Kano. Our deepest condolences to his family, friends, fans, and football lovers all across the country.”
Udoji joined Enyimba in 2009 and served for five seasons before his departure in 2016 to Kano Pillars. The central defender who had shown unbelievable consistency since joining the Aba Landlords was appointed the captain of The People’s Elephant at the start of the 2013 season.
In Udoji, Enyimba had found the perfect leader. He established himself not only as a top-class centre-half but as a man who can steer his team from the abyss. In some crucial away games, Udoji could be counted on to lift the spirits of his men.
His positioning, crucial interventions and leadership qualities were clearly evident during games and what was most surprising were his runs forward. Udoji bulldozed his way through opposition midfield and provided some decent crosses.
Enyimba his former club and many others have already sent their condolences to the committed and hardworking defender.
We are distraught at the news of the passing of club legend and former captain, Chinedu Udoji. Our commiserations are with his family at this time.