Katsina United player Ozor Chinedu returns to life after doctors confirmed him dead
A Katsina United defender, Ozor Chinedu, has returned to life hours after doctors declared him dead following his collapse during a pre-season friendly against Niger Tornadoes at the Muhammadu Dikko Stadium in Katsina on Tuesday.
The 18-year-old, recently signed from Kano Pillars, slumped on the pitch and was rushed to K-Dara Specialist Hospital, where doctors reportedly pronounced him dead.
Katsina United subsequently issued a condolence statement, while clubs including Heartland and Kano Pillars mourned the player on social media, per Daily Trust report.
However, in a dramatic twist, mortuary staff at Katsina General Hospital later observed movement in his body.
He was immediately transferred to the Intensive Care Unit and placed on oxygen.
Katsina United’s media officer, Nasir Gide, confirmed the development, saying the player had been declared dead twice before signs of life were noticed.
Heartland FC, one of Chinedu’s former clubs, also confirmed the incident and urged fans to pray for his recovery.
As of Wednesday morning, Chinedu remained in critical condition at Katsina General Hospital, while the football community awaited a medical report.
