Onigbinde's Legacy Remembered by Son and Tayo Balogun

Onigbinde’s son described his father as a person who fought valiantly to stay alive despite his illness, which was attributed to old age. His death on Monday came as a huge shock to the family.

Tayo Balogun, a renowned sports analyst, shared his memories of Onigbinde during a 40-minute phone conversation, emphasizing the late coach's significant contributions to Nigerian football. Balogun praised Onigbinde's foresight and hard work, noting that his legacy would forever be remembered in the history of Nigerian football.

He recalled Onigbinde's decisions during the 2002 World Cup, particularly regarding player selections, and mentioned the team's performance against Ghana. Balogun also highlighted Onigbinde's role in the transformation of the Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) and his commitment to uniting players and fostering happiness within the team.

The article reflects on Onigbinde's character as a gentleman, humble and highly intelligent.