Tag: Christian Chukwu
Chukwu a formidable defender, leader of men – Soludo
“He captained the legendary Enugu Rangers International Football Club and the national team, the Green Eagles now Super Eagles, with…
I am dazed, thoroughly shocked by Chukwu’s death – Onyedika
“Chairman, as Chukwu was fondly called, was a total head on and off the pitch and would be irreplaceable."
Christian Chukwu’s passing leaves a void in Nigerian Football – Atiku
Chukwu, who captained the Green Eagles to a historic victory in the 1980 Africa Cup of Nations, passed away recently,…
Christian Chukwu was a symbol of excellence, patriotism – Tinubu mourns
The President joined millions in mourning the iconic figure who not only captained the Green Eagles to their historic 1980…
NFF breaks silence over Christian Chukwu’s death
On 22nd March 1980, he stood proudly, hoisting the Unity Cup after Nigeria defeated Algeria 3-0 at the National Stadium,…
Football stakeholders react to death of Christian Chukwu
“Every player loved to associate with him. We watched him play as a talented Rangers player when we were very…
20 Jaw-dropping facts about late Nigerian football legend, Christian Chukwu
Beyond playing, Chukwu took up national duties as head coach — managing both the Kenyan and Nigerian national teams during…
Breaking: Christian Chukwu, 1980 AFCON hero, ex-Super Eagles coach, is dead
Chukwu, fondly known as "Chairman," etched his name into football folklore when he captained the then Green Eagles to Nigeria’s…
Enugu State hails Christian Chukwu at 70
The Enugu State Government has congratulated iconic former Nigerian international football player and national coach, Christian Chukwu, on his attainment…
Buhari greets former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu at 70
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday felicitated with the former coach of the Super Eagles, Christian Chukwu, on his 70th birthday.
Photos: Christian Chukwu returns to Nigeria after medical treatment
Former Green Eagles (now Super Eagles) captain Christian Chukwu has returned to Nigeria after undergoing medical treatment for stomach upset…
Photo News: Billionaire Femi Otedola visits Christian Chukwu in hospital
Business magnate, Femi Otedola has visited ailing former Super Eagles Captain Christian Chukwu at the Wellington Hospital in London to…
Femi Otedola to foot Chukwu’s medical bills
Femi Otedola, the billionaire businessman, has offered to foot the medical bills of Christian Chukwu, former Super Eagles’ coach. Chukwu,…
Billionaire businessman, Otedola offers to foot Christian Chukwu’s medical bill
Billionaire businessman, Femi Otedola on Monday offered to foot the medical bills of ailing ex-Nigerian international, Christian Chukwu.
Revealed! Christian Chukwu battling Cancer
Nigeria's ex-international, Christian Chukwu is reportedly battling prostrate cancer, which had seen him had surgery five days ago.
Photos: See how sick Christian Chukwu is
Nigeria's ex-international, Christian Chukwu has been reportedly very sick and in need of huge sums of money to attend to…
Chukwu was not abandoned, says Rangers
The management of Rangers International Football Club of Enugu on Monday, denied the rumours making the round that the club…
Ex-Nigerian Captain, Christian Chukwu seriously ill, needs $50,000 for medical trip abroad
Ex-Nigerian international and the then Green Eagles captain, Christian Chukwu is seriously ill and needs $50,000 for medical trip abroad…
CAF confederation cup: Christian Chukwu optimistic of victory for Rangers
A former super Eagles coach and Technical Adviser of Rangers of Enugu, Christian Chukwu has expressed optimistic that Rangers would…
World Cup: Croatia vs France final can go either way – Chukwu
Christian Chukwu, a former Super Eagles coach, on Friday, said that the World Cup final match in Russia between Croatia…
Eagles Need Coach Now, Says Chukwu
As the controversy of the coaching job of the Super Eagles drags on, former national team handler, Christian ‘Chairman’ Chukwu…
AFCON: Chukwu Loses Hope On Eagles
Sunday Akintoye After Super Eagles failed to beat Sudan in the Africa Nations Cup qualifying match last Saturday in Khartoum,…
Malawi Vs Nigeria Tie: Eagles Excite Calabar Fans
The Super Eagles of Nigeria, who are currently preparing for the make or mar Brazil 2014 World Cup qualifier against…
Mexico’ll Be Tough, Chukwu, Babangida Warn Keshi
Two ex-internationals, Christian Chukwu, MON and Tijani Babangida have predicted a tough duel for the Super Eagles as they confront…
Why Eagles Flopped Against Harambee Stars
The thought of many soccer loving Nigerians before Nigeria played Kenya in the 2014 World Cup qualifier was that the…
W/Cup Qualifier: Kenya Can Shock Eagles —Chukwu
The Harambee Stars of Kenya can shock the Super Eagles of Nigeria, when both teams tango later this month in…
Onigbinde, Chukwu Salute Eagles
Former Nigeria coaches, Adegboye Onigbinde and Christian Chukwu have praised the Super Eagles following their 1-1 draw against Catalonia in…
ECN Brought Me In To Limelight —Hamilton
Coach Paul Hamilton, a renowned footballer during his hey days is one of the stars of yester-years who should be…
Chukwu Backs Eagles To Beat Venezuela
Former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu, has expressed confidence in the senior national side to overcome Venezuela in an international…
Nations Cup: Chukwu Tips Eagles To Beat Liberia
Former national team coach, Christian Chukwu, has tipped the Nigeria’s Super Eagles to pummel the Lone Stars of Liberia in…