Solution FC of Awka, Anambra State woke up Saturday morning to the sad news of the passing of their pioneering coach Uche Okagbue.
Okagbue died Friday of undisclosed causes according to a statement released by Anambra Sports Development Commission chairman Patrick-Estate Onyedum.
The statement said the state government was saddened by the unfortunate demise of Mr Okagbue who had handled the state-owned Solutions FC since it was established in 2023.
According to Mr Onyedum, on behalf of the government of Anambra, the Sports Development Commission regrets to announce the death of Uche Okagbue, Head Coach of Solutions FC, the state-owned football club.
“He died on Friday, January 26.
“Uche Okagbue was a pioneer, dedicated and loyal coach who gave his best in service to the team.
“We are saddened by this great loss which came at a time when we needed his services most.
“Our heart goes out to members of his family at this trying time, may the good Lord accept his soul,” he prayed.
Solutions FC are currently playing in the Nigeria National League (NNL). NAN
