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Nigeria Mourns Passing of Legendary Football Legend and Super Eagles Coach Onigbinde at 88

Nigeria Mourns Passing of Legendary Football Legend and Super Eagles Coach Onigbinde at 88

Nigeria's Super Eagles soccer team mourned the death of former coach Bora Onigbinde, who passed away at the age of 88. The team will likely remember him as a respected football figure and a key part of their history.

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The Nigerian national team, Super Eagles, are mourning the death of their former coach, Stephen Okechukwu Onigbinde, who passed away at the age of 88. Onigbinde's family announced his passing in a WhatsApp message and described him as a respected football figure. The news has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian football community, with tributes pouring in from fans and fellow coaches alike.

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