1980 AFCON CHAMPION CHARLES BASSEY DIES AT 71.(PHOTO)..

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 1980 AFCON Champion Charles Bassey Dies at 71 Charles Bassey, a member of Nigeria’s historic 1980 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad, has died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. He passed away on Saturday in his hometown, Eket, Akwa Ibom State. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) confirmed his death in a statement released on Monday by its General Secretary, Dr. Mohammed Sanusi, describing the loss as part of a “day of double tragedy” following the earlier death of team captain Christian Chukwu. Bassey was part of the Green Eagles team that secured Nigeria’s first AFCON title with a 3-0 victory over Algeria at the National Stadium in Lagos on March 22, 1980. After retiring as a player, he transitioned into coaching and managed several clubs, including Calabar Rovers, Mobil Pegasus, BCC Lions, Flash Flamingoes, Akwa United, and Wikki Tourists. His passing brings the number of deceased members of the 1980 squad to nine.

EASTER: SARAKI CALLS FOR MUTUAL RESPECT AMONG NIGERIANS.

Image may contain: 1 person                 As Christians celebrate Easter,Senate President,Dr Abubakar Bukola Saraki has called for mutual respect among adherents of various faiths in the country,as this is the only guarantee for peaceful coexistence among different religions in the country.In his Easter message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity,Yusuph Olaniyonu,Saraki urged all Nigerians to unite in confronting the development challenges facing the nation and urged Nigerians to rededicate themselves to the service of God,the nation and humanity.''I implore Nigerians to use the Easter period to renew their faith in God and strengthen the bond of friendship and brotherhood that has held the country united since the amalgamation in 1914.Among the essence of Easter is sacrifice,love for humanity and total submission to the will of God.These virtues should not be lost on us as Nigerians.Let's continue to pray for a peaceful Nigeria that will be a pride to us and the future generation,'' he added.Saraki further reiterated the commitment of the Senate in supporting the efforts of the present administration to build a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria.The Senate,he said,is committed to the enactment of legislations that will turn around the nation's economy and called for the support of all Nigerians for President Muhammadu Buhari.
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