In a heartfelt condolence message, President Bola Tinubu pays tribute to the late Sebastian Brodericks-Imasuen, former coach of the Golden Eaglets, hailing him as a true Nigerian hero.
The news of Brodericks-Imasuen’s passing deeply saddened President Tinubu, as conveyed through his media aide, Ajuri Ngelale. The late coach, renowned for leading Nigeria’s Golden Eaglets to victory at the inaugural FIFA U-16 World Championship in China in 1985, is remembered as one of the country’s finest football mentors.
Tinubu acknowledges Brodericks-Imasuen’s significant contributions, emphasizing how he brought hope and inspired national pride both on and off the pitch through his industry, devotion, and diligence.
Expressing sympathy, President Tinubu extends his condolences to the grieving Imasuen family, the football community, the government of Edo State, and all those mourning this painful loss. The statement concludes with prayers for the peaceful repose of the departed coach’s soul.
