Super Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa has expressed his condolences to the Kano State Government, the Sports Commission and families of the victims of the Saturday auto crash that claimed the lives of 21 athelets and officials.

Kano State contingent to the just concluded 2024 National Sports Festival in Ogun State were on Saturday involved in a fatal accident on t their way back to Kano. The Accident which happened 50 kilometers away from the Centre of Excellence, claimed the lives of 21 persons including athletes, medical personnel, administrators and journalists

Writing from the Super Eagles camp in Brentford, London where he helped the team to retain the Unity Cup Tournament on Saturday after they beat Jamaica 5-4 on penalties, Musa described the inicdent as a shock and asked God to console the bereaved and heal the injured.

“Extend my heartfelt condolences to the Kano State Government, Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Sports Commission following the tragic auto crash that claimed the lives of 21 individuals from our contingent returning from the National Sports Festival in Ogun State. This devastating loss has left us in shock and grief.

“May Almighty Allah grant the souls of the departed athletes, journalists, medical personnel, and administrators eternal peace and grant their families the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss. I pray for the speedy recovery of those injured and offer my support to the affected families during this difficult time. May Allah comfort us all,” he said.

Initial report clams that 20 person died during the accident but the number has risen to 21 with others in hospital.

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The Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Barr Dr Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has congratulated the trio of Rangers International F.C of Enugu for their scintillating performance with the Super Eagles during their match against Black Stars of Ghana in London on Thursday.

The Rangers Players – including captain and midfielder, Ugwueze Chinemerem; defender, Ifeanyi Onyebuchi and midfield marshal, Isaac Saviour all featured for the Super Eagles’ during their Unity Cup Tournament match against Ghana in Brentford, London.

Governor Mbah in his message described their performance as “nothing short of outstanding,” helping Nigeria secure a triumphant victory over Ghana adding that their display were evidence of the talents and discipline that defines the Coal City State

“I’m excited to congratulate our very own Ugwueze Chinemerem Collins, Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, and Isaac Saviour of Rangers International F.C of Enugu, who proudly represented the Super Eagles of Nigeria yesterday in London at the Unity Cup Semi Finals.

“Their performance was nothing short of outstanding, helping Nigeria secure a triumphant victory over Ghana. This moment is a powerful testament to the talent, discipline, and spirit that define Ndi Enugu.

“Kudos to the entire Rangers International FC family. This milestone proves that we’re not just watching from the sidelines but producing champions who shine on the global stage.

Nigeria beat Ghana 2-1 in the Semi-final match to secure a berth with Mexico in the final today which will start by 7pm.

The trio, haven excelled in their various positions are expected to retain their places against the Reggae Boys of Mexico tonight.

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