Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has expressed grief over the death of Nigerian football icon Henry Nwosu.
In a message shared on his verified account on X on Saturday, Obi said he was deeply saddened by the passing of the former Nigeria national football team midfielder, whom he described as one of the patriots he admired while growing up.
The former Anambra State governor praised Nwosu for using his talent and dedication to inspire the nation through football, noting that the late player helped lift the spirit of Nigerians during his playing days.
Reports indicate that Nwosu died at the age of 62, marking the end of a career widely remembered for its contribution to Nigerian football.
Obi recalled the footballer’s role in Nigeria’s historic victory at the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations, where Nwosu was a key member of the squad that secured the country’s first continental title.
According to him, the triumph created lasting memories that united Nigerians and demonstrated how sports could inspire pride and national unity across social and ethnic divides.
The former presidential candidate also noted that the country would always remain grateful for the role Nwosu played in shaping the proud history of Nigerian football.
He extended his condolences to the late footballer’s family, friends, and the wider football community, praying for strength for those grieving the loss and eternal rest for the departed legend.
