The former Super Eagles captain and head coach passed away on April 12 at the age of 74.
The sporting conquests of Christian Chukwu’s Rangers International provided a foundation for the post-war rebuilding of Igbo dignity and humanity.
The former Enugu Rangers and Super Eagles coach died at the age of 74 on Saturday at the Niger Foundation hospital in Enugu.
Mr Obi described the late Chukwu as one of the nation’s greatest sports icon.
The governor prayed to God to grant his soul eternal peace.
Chukwu was Nigeria’s first captain to lift the Africa Nations’ Cup, leading Nigeria to a 3-0 win over Algeria in 1980.
Tinubu eulogised Chukwu for a career defined by passion, discipline and commitment to national pride.
The NSC DG extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Chukwu and the entire Nigerian football community.
Chukwu was affectionately known as “Mr Chairman” throughout his playing and coaching career.
“He was a complete gentleman.’’
