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.

ARMY CONDUCTED FREE MEDICALS IN JIDDARI POLO GROUND YESTERDAY IN MAIDUGURI.{PHOTOS}.

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       Medical Outreach: To further improve Civil Military Relations and as parts of the activities marking this year's Nigerian Army Day Celebration, #NADCEL2018 the 7 Division on 3rd July conducted a Free Medical OutReach in Jiddari Polo Ground, Maiduguri.The Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen TY Buratai also visited wounded soldiers at the 7 Division Hospital to ensure they are well cared-for, thank them for their service as well wish them speedy recovery.More photos below.
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