{"id":4859,"date":"2023-12-15T10:03:56","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T09:03:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faca.com.ng\/web\/2023\/12\/15\/tragedy-strikes-niger-tornadoes-fc-as-long-serving-curator-abdullahi-jibril-passes-away\/"},"modified":"2023-12-15T10:03:56","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T09:03:56","slug":"tragedy-strikes-niger-tornadoes-fc-as-long-serving-curator-abdullahi-jibril-passes-away","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faca.com.ng\/web\/2023\/12\/15\/tragedy-strikes-niger-tornadoes-fc-as-long-serving-curator-abdullahi-jibril-passes-away\/","title":{"rendered":"Tragedy Strikes Niger Tornadoes FC As Long-Serving Curator Abdullahi Jibril Passes Away"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"td-post-featured-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports247.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Tornadoes.png\" data-caption=\"\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"268\" height=\"281\" class=\"entry-thumb td-modal-image\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sports247.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Tornadoes.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"Niger Tornadoes\"\/><\/noscript><\/a><\/div>\n<p>Niger Tornadoes Football Club of Minna is plunged into mourning as they grapple with the heartbreaking loss of Abdullahi Jibril, affectionately known as \u201cSara.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The esteemed curator, who devoted nearly three decades to the club, passed away in the early hours of December 14, 2023, following his active participation in the team\u2019s morning training session.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read Also: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports247.ng\/2023-national-para-games-team-bayelsa-set-to-retain-second-edition-title\/\">2023 National Para Games: Team Bayelsa Set To Retain Second Edition Title<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Expressing profound condolences, Engr. Ibrahim Dada, Chairman of NPFL side Niger Tornadoes FC, conveyed the club\u2019s grief through their Media Department. Dada described Jibril\u2019s sudden demise as shocking but recognized it as an inevitable act of God.<\/p>\n<p>Abdullahi Jibril\u2019s indelible mark on the beloved state team is acknowledged through his unwavering commitment, dedication, and significant contributions.<\/p>\n<p>The entire Niger Tornadoes family, comprising the management, technical crew, players, and supporting staff, mourns the loss of a stalwart who played a pivotal role in the club\u2019s journey.<\/p>\n<p>Chairman Dada offered prayers for the departed soul, invoking Allah\u2019s blessings with Aljannah Firdaus, and extended heartfelt wishes for strength to the grieving family in coping with this irreplaceable loss.<\/p>\n<p>At the age of 48, Abdullahi Jibril leaves behind his mother, brothers, and sisters. The funeral prayers for the departed curator are scheduled for 2 pm at the Minna Central Mosque, according to family sources.<\/p>\n<p>The football community mourns the passing of Abdullahi Jibril, the longest-serving club curator, recognizing the void left by his departure.<\/p>\n<p>As Niger Tornadoes FC navigates through this somber period, the legacy of Sara will be fondly remembered, and his contributions to the club\u2019s history will endure in the hearts of all who were touched by his dedication and service.<\/p>\n<p>\n<span class=\"post-views-icon dashicons dashicons-chart-bar\"\/> <span class=\"post-views-label\">Post Views:<\/span> <span class=\"post-views-count\">65<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sports247.ng\/tragedy-strikes-niger-tornadoes-fc-as-long-serving-curator-abdullahi-jibril-passes-away\/\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Niger Tornadoes Football Club of Minna is plunged into mourning as they grapple with the heartbreaking loss of Abdullahi Jibril, affectionately known as \u201cSara.\u201d The esteemed curator, who devoted nearly three decades to the club, passed away in the early hours of December 14, 2023, following his active participation in the team\u2019s morning training session. 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