FCC Chair Omidiran Mourns Football Icon Onigbinde

Hon. Omidiran, the Chair of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), expressed deep sorrow over the death of High Chief Festus Adegboy Onigbinde, a revered figure in Nigerian football.

In a statement released on Tuesday in Abuja, Omidiran described Onigbinde as a trailblazer, patriot, and mentor whose contributions to Nigerian football spanned decades and left a lasting impact on the sport. Onigbinde was notably the first indigenous coach to lead Nigeria's national team, the Super Eagles, at the FIFA World Cup in 2002.

His legacy continues to inspire Nigerian coaches and players. Omidiran highlighted Onigbinde's commitment to developing local coaching talent and his selfless service to the football community, both nationally and internationally.

She extended heartfelt condolences to Onigbinde's family, friends, and the broader Nigerian football community, emphasizing the profound impact he had beyond the pitch. Omidiran concluded by wishing that Onigbinde's soul rests in perfect peace.