The family of late Nigerian football legend and former Super Eagles coach, Christian Chukwu, has announced that his burial will take place on Friday, August 22, 2025.
The announcement was made on Monday in Enugu, where the former Super Eagles captain and coach hailed from.
According to the family, preparations are already in place for a national burial to honor the life and contributions of the iconic football figure.
In addition to the burial in Enugu, a special memorial event will also be held in Lagos, where Chukwu spent a significant part of his football career.
The Lagos event is intended to give fans, colleagues, and friends who may be unable to attend the Enugu ceremony a chance to pay tribute and celebrate his enduring legacy.
Christian Chukwu, aged 74, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025. Widely regarded as one of the pillars of Nigerian football, he captained the national team to their first Africa Cup of Nations title in 1980 and later coached the Super Eagles.
