President Tinubu condoles Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi on father’s death

By Kunle Sanni –

President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi following the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi.

Sunday Ndidi reportedly died in a road accident on Tuesday in Umunede, near Agbor, Delta State.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, President Tinubu said he was deeply saddened by the loss, describing the late Sunday Ndidi as a guiding influence in his son’s life and football career. He noted that the elder Ndidi’s values, integrity and sense of responsibility contributed significantly to shaping Wilfred Ndidi’s character and achievements.

The President extended his sympathies to the Ndidi family, friends and associates, praying for divine comfort during the period of mourning and for the peaceful repose of the deceased’s soul.

Wilfred Ndidi is a Nigerian international footballer who currently plays professionally in Türkiye. He made his debut for the Super Eagles in 2015 and has earned over 65 international caps. Ndidi captained Nigeria to a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and has featured at the 2018 FIFA World Cup as well as multiple AFCON tournaments.