President Bola Tinubu has mourned the death of former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, saying that his legacy remain higher than any trophy.
Tinubu led this out in a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday, while paying tribute to the football icon.
Rufai who was popularly known as Dodomayana, died at the age of 61.
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According to the President, the late footballer’s legacy would live on in the hearts of Nigerians and football lovers worldwide.
He said: “I recall with fond memories the heroic contributions of Peter Rufai in the historic victory of the Super Eagles at the 1994 edition of the Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia as the first-choice goalkeeper.
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“He followed up with Nigeria’s equally epoch-making first appearance at the FIFA World Cup competition, dubbed USA ’94.
“Having started his career with Stationery Stores of Lagos in 1980, Rufai was one of the earliest footballers in Nigeria to go professional, playing in many European countries.
“Bringing honour to the nation and opening a new window of opportunities for young footballers in Nigeria.
“He continued to inspire, mentor and nurture young footballers.”
