What killed Oparaji?
He collapsed and died of congestive heart failure in the 77th minute of a World Cup qualification match against Angola at the Lagos National Stadium in Surulere, Lagos State on 12 August 1989.
Who is Oparaji?
Biography Of Samuel Okwaraji? Samuel Sochukwuma Okwaraji (19 May 1964 – 12 August 1989) was a professional footballer who played internationally for Nigeria. He was also a qualified lawyer who had a masters in international law from the Pontifical Lateran University of Rome.
How old is Samuel Okwaraji?
25 years (1964–1989)Samuel Okwaraji / Age at death
When was Okwaraji died?
August 12, 1989Samuel Okwaraji / Date of death
Which Nigerian footballer died on field?
09 Mar / autty. Nasarawa United’s Chieme Martins passed away after collapsing on the field during Sunday’s Nigeria Professional League clash against Katsina United. The player went down after a collision with an opposing player while the clash was still goalless.
Where is Sam Okwaraji from?
Orlu, NigeriaSamuel Okwaraji / Place of birth
Who is Thunder Balogun?
The former striker featured for the national team for 12 years, between 1948 and 1960 before his retirement in 1961. During his time in Nigeria, Balogun won the Challenge Cup five times in seven finals and was the first player to score a hat-trick in the competition, in Pan Bank’s 6-1 rout of Warri in 1953.
When was Samuel Okwaraji born?
May 19, 1964Samuel Okwaraji / Date of birth
When did Teslim Balogun died?
July 30, 1972Teslim Balogun / Date of death
Who is the first Nigeria player to play abroad?
Although Titus Okere is also believed to be the first Nigerian to have signed professional terms with an International club, this time in the form of Swindon Town back in 1952.
Who is the first Nigeria footballer?
Tesilimi Olawale Ayinde Balogun
Teslim Balogun
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Tesilimi Olawale Ayinde Balogun |
| Date of birth | 1927 |
| Place of birth | Nigeria |
| Date of death | 30 July 1972 (aged 45) |
Who is the first Nigeria player to play in England?
Efan Ekoku
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Full name | Efangwu Goziem Ekoku |
| Date of birth | 8 June 1967 |
| Place of birth | Cheetham Hill, Manchester, England |
| Position(s) | Striker |