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Nigeria's football stars flock to support Samuel Chukwueze at mum's burial ceremony in Umuahia
Nigeria's Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze paid his respects to his late mother at her burial in Umuahia, Abia State, surrounded by fellow footballers and officials including NFF President Ibrahim Gusau.
The Nigerian Football Federation and Eagles stars supported Super Eagles forward Samuel Chukwueze at his mother's burial ceremony in Umuahia, Abia State, where she was laid to rest. The ceremony was attended by Nigeria Football Federation President Ibrahim Gusau, among other notable figures. This display of solidarity from the football community is a testament to Chukwueze's close relationship with his family and the respect he has earned within Nigerian football circles.
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