Diogo Jota Foundation Vanishes After Collecting Over ₦100 Million Donations, Family Is Clueless

The Diogo Jota Foundation, a website claiming to honor the late star, has disappeared after collecting over ₦100 million in donations, leaving the football world and Jota's family stunned. The foundation, reportedly established after Jota's death, was operated under a domain by his brother, Andre Silva.

The family was shocked to discover the foundation's existence, as they had not authorized such a project. The UK Charity Commission confirmed that the foundation had not submitted an official registration application, raising doubts about its authenticity.

The foundation allegedly encouraged donations via cryptocurrency payments, but the CEO of NOWPayments denied any involvement, stating they had cut ties immediately upon learning of the situation. Fans who believed they were contributing to a noble cause are now demanding accountability, as the millions donated have seemingly vanished without a trace.

This incident has cast a shadow over genuine efforts to memorialize the late striker.