CAF President Dr Motsepe conveys condolences to the family of Nigerian legend Christian Chukwu

The Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) President Dr Patrice Motsepe is deeply saddened at the passing of Nigerian football legend Christian Chukwu.

Chukwu, who passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday, April 12, 2025, was a formidable defender who made history by becoming the first Nigeria captain to lift the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations trophy in 1980.

The CAF President Dr Motsepe conveys his and CAF’s deepest condolences to the family of Chukwu, the Nigerian Football Association (NFF) and the Nigerian football family.

May the soul of Christian Chukwu rest in eternal peace.