Nigeria's First Indigenous Super Eagles Coach Dies at 89

Festus Adegboy Onigbinde, the first indigenous coach of Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, has died at the age of 89. His passing was announced by his family, specifically his daughter, Bolad Adesuyi, who released a statement expressing gratitude for the life and contributions of the late coach.
Onigbinde was recognized as a significant figure in Nigerian football, having served as a member of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFA's technical study group. The family expressed their appreciation for the fulfillment of his life and the meaningful contributions he made to the development of football both in Nigeria and globally.
They also promised to announce the final funeral arrangements at an appropriate time. Onigbinde's legacy as a respected football coach will be remembered in the annals of Nigerian sports history.
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