Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze and his family have laid his mother, Mrs. Sarah Chinyere Chukwueze, to rest in Isieke community, Umuahia, Abia State. The solemn event was attended by Nigeria Football Federation President Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, NFF 1st Vice President Chief Felix Anyansi-Agwu, and Anambra State FA Chairman Chikelue Iloenyosi, among other high-profile football figures.
Emotional Moment at Burial
A video circulating on social media captured the moment Chukwueze, who faced heavy criticism after missing a penalty in Nigeria's AFCON 2025 semi-final against Morocco, broke down in tears while paying his last respects. The footage highlights the footballer's raw grief as he bid a final goodbye to his mother.
Recall that the footballer lost his mother, Sarah Chukwueze, in January 2026 after a period of illness. The sad news was first made public on Thursday, January 29, by his brother, David Chukwueze, through emotional posts on Instagram. In one message, David expressed the family's difficulty in processing the loss, writing, "Can't even post your picture to say RIP mum."
Fans Console Samuel Chukwueze
The video drew widespread sympathy, with many sharing the pain of losing a parent as they offered condolences. Here are some reactions:
- MansurIB007: "Only those who have lost a loved one or a mother will understand that break down. Stay strong chief."
- IgwurubeC65539: "I can relate. Death of a loved one, especially your mother, is very hurtful."
- youngichu: "Stay strong bro. May her soul rest in peace."
- captainfecilove: "This is so touching. May God protect and guide Chukwueze and his family."
- Daddy_drè: "E no easy to bury mama. Condolences to the Chukwueze family."
- Man__Of_Faith: "I pray success doesn't come too late after your parents struggled for you."
- daezyotah: "After mama don hustle for her children, death say no."
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In a related development, the Nigerian movie industry mourned the passing of veteran Nollywood actor Patrick Okoye, popularly known as Energy. He died on Thursday morning, May 28, 2026. Okoye was also a lecturer at Nnamdi Azikiwe University.
