History-making 1983 Flying Eagles award scholarship to iconic late captain’s son

Members of the Flying Eagles set of 1983 are honouring the enduring legacy of their late captain, Ali Jeje , by bestowing a full scholarship upon his son, Abdul Rahman Jeje . This poignant gesture reflects the profound impact Jeje had on Nigerian football history , particularly as the cornerstone of the Flying Eagles' journey to the FIFA…

Vice captain Paul Okoku, in a signed statement to The Guardian on Sunday, emphasised the significance of 1983 as the year Nigeria’s flag was raised on the global football stage for the first time, symbolising the nation’s pride in its players. Despite facing challenges, Ali Jeje’s dedication to the team left an indelible mark on Nigerian football.

The players, a few of whom have passed away, are: Chibuzor Ehilegbu, Otti Amaechi, Paul Okoku, Femi Olukanni, Segun Olukanni, Dehinde Akinlotan, Taju Disu, Dahiru Sadi, Tarila Okorowanta, Manu Garba, Alphonsus Akhahon, Sunday Edema Benson, Yemi Adebanjo, Samson Siasia, Patrick Udoh, Muyiwa Manny Motajo, Humphrey Edobor, Bright Benson, Wahab Adesina, Wilfred Agbonabare, Christopher Anigala, Yisa Sofoluwe, Raymond King, Mike Igbeka and Terfa Kpako.

“Incidentally that was also the first FIFA tournament attended by a Nigerian national team, when the Flying Eagles qualified after beating Guinea over two legs and he was the centre referee in the Group B match between Poland and the United States in Pueblo as well as the game between Brazil and Holland at the Jalisco Stadium, Guadalajara.”

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