The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has said that it provided financial support to the families of late Super Eagles legends, Christian Chukwu and Peter Rufai.
NFF recently revealed that the federation sent their families money ahead of their funerals.
The clarification is coming after former Super Eagles defender Taribo West blasted both the NFF and the Lagos State Government for abandoning Rufai’s family during his burial.
Speaking via a press statement, the NFF disclosed that it definitely stood by the bereaved families after the deaths of the legendary footballers.
According to the NFF, apart from the financial assistance rendered for the funeral preparations, an NFF delegation was sent to represent the federation as the deceased were laid to rest.
“The Nigeria Football Federation stood in solidarity with two of our legends as they were laid to rest.
In support of the burial rites of Christian Chukwu, the NFF provided financial assistance to his family, and was represented by Executive Committee Member Chief George Aluo, Barr. Okey Obi, and Mr. Chikelue Iloenyosi,” it read.
NFF maintained that a different delegation was sent to mourn with both families, stressing that Peter Rufai and Christian Chukwu’s legacies will be celebrated forever.
The federation concluded by assuring its continued support to their families from this point on.
“Similarly, at the funeral mass of Peter Rufai in Lagos, the NFF also offered financial support to his family.
The delegation included Executive Committee Member Alhaji Ganiyu Majekodunmi and Dr. Ademola Olajire.
We honour their service, celebrate their legacy, and extend our continued support to their families,” it added.
