Super Eagles star Samuel Chukwueze loses mother
Super Eagles forward Samuel Chimerenka Chukwueze has reportedly lost his mother, Mrs Sarah Chukwueze, throwing the football star and his family into mourning.
Family shares sad news
The heartbreaking news was not announced by Chukwueze himself but was made public by his brother, David Chukwueze, through emotional posts on Instagram.
Brother’s emotional Instagram posts
In one post, David wrote; “Can’t even post your picture to say RIP mum.”
In another, he added; “My forever love just left me without saying goodbye.”
Unfulfilled moments spark pain
David also lamented moments their late mother would never share with the family, saying, “You didn’t even carry your grandchild.”
The post reflected the deep emotional pain surrounding her passing.
Cause of death remains unknown
As of the time of this report, no details have been disclosed about Mrs Sarah Chukwueze’s illness or the circumstances surrounding her death.
Chukwueze yet to make statement
Samuel Chukwueze, who recently featured for Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where the Super Eagles finished third, has not issued a public statement on the loss.
Tragic week for Super Eagles players
The sad development comes just two days after Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi lost his father, Sunday Ndidi, in a road accident in Delta State, marking a painful period for members of the national team.
