On Wednesday evening, the Governor of Enugu State, Dr. Peter Mbah, paid a condolence visit to the family and widow of former Nigerian international and coach, Christian Chukwu, in Enugu.
Governor Mbah assured them that they were not alone in their grief.
At the time of Chukwu’s passing, the governor was attending the Commonwealth Trade and Investment Summit in London. He took the opportunity to pledge that the legacy of the late footballer would be immortalised.
Describing Chukwu, popularly known as Chairman, as a legend who served his country selflessly and inspired millions of youths, Mbah expressed the profound sorrow felt by both the government and the people of Enugu, Chukwu’s home state.
After offering his condolences to the family and signing a condolence register, Mbah stated, “We have come here to commiserate with the family and also to express our devastation.
“We are just as devastated by his death; and his death is not just a loss to the family alone, it is a loss to all of us, particularly the government and the people of Enugu State.”
He continued, “As you know, our beloved brother and legend, Chairman Christian Chukwu is a household name that inspired a lot of young people. He represents a lot of values when it comes to sport globally, not just even in Nigeria.”
Mbah further assured the family, “So, we are so devastated by his death, but we have also come here to assure the family that this loss is not just theirs, this is our collective loss; that we are going to be with them all through this period of grief, and that we are also going to ensure that his name is immortalised.”
The governor also offered prayers for the peaceful repose of Chukwu’s soul and for the strength of his family to endure this irreparable loss.
Accompanying the governor during the visit were the Speaker of the Enugu State House of Assembly, Hon. Uchenna Ugwu, and the Commissioner for Youths and Sports Development, Barr. Lloyd Ekweremadu.
