Former Super Eagles striker Michael Eneramo has died at the age of 40 after collapsing during a football match in Kaduna State.
The incident occurred at the Angwan Yelwa pitch in the Television area of Kaduna, where the former international had been playing in a local game. He was introduced as a substitute in the second half before suddenly collapsing without any apparent contact.
Eyewitnesses said efforts were made to revive him at the scene before he was rushed to a hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Eneramo, who retired from professional football several years ago, had a career that saw him feature for clubs such as Beşiktaş, Espérance de Tunis, and Lobi Stars. He was also part of Nigeria’s senior national team setup during his active years.
Before his death, he was reportedly involved in grassroots football development and ran a football academy.
Reacting to the development, the official Super Eagles X (formerly Twitter) account paid tribute to the late striker, sharing his photograph with a brief message: “Rest in peace, Michael.”
His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian football community, with tributes expected from former teammates, fans, and football stakeholders.
