By Valentine Amanze, Online Editor
The Vice Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2019 general elections, Mr Peter Obi, has expressed pains over the death of Nigerian ex-international goalkeeper, Joe Erico.
Erico was also part of the coaching crew that led Super Eagles to the 2000 Africa Cup of Nations tournament that was held in Lagos and also helped qualify Nigeria for the 2002 AFCON and World Cup.
He died in Lagos at the age of 72 after a brief illness.
In his condolence message, Obi described Erico as a committed sportsman, who served the nation well, both as a player and as a coach.
Obi noted Erico’s football exploits that earned him the nickname “Jogo Bonito”. He stated that Erico’s sacrifices, achievements and legacies in Nigeria’s football would always be remembered.
Obi also condoled with the family, friends and well wishers of Erico, urging them to accept Erico’s death as the will of the Almighty, which cannot be questioned. He further expressed his condolences to the Nigeria Football Federation and football lovers in Nigeria, praying God to give them the fortitude to bear Erico’s death.
“May God who has called Joe Erico home, grant him eternal rest in heaven”, Obi prayed.