Football legend and former Super Eagles striker, Nwankwo Kanu has paid a glowing tribute to his late mum who passed away last Thursday.
An emotional King Kanu as he is fondly called, described her as a great pillar of strength to the entire family.
“The loss of Mama is hard to bear. She is a rock that stood by me and all my siblings. She showed us equal love and affection, and always prayed for each and every one of us.
“Her support and prayers for me right from the beginning of my playing career till the end were invaluable. Her guidance also went a very long way into moulding me into the man I am today. She taught me to love, and to give. I will miss her, but God knows best.
The Matriarch of the Kanu family raised three sons who played professional football. Aside Olympic Gold medal winning legend Nwankwo, her eldest son Godwin played for Bendel United and her last son Ogbonna played for Ajax Amsterdam amongst other clubs.
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