BREAKING: Top Nigerian Footballer Dies (Photo)

A top Nigerian footballer is dead.

Rasaq Adetayo

OnyxNews Nigeria reports that National League side, Ogbomoso United FC has been thrown into deep mourning with one of its players, Rasaq Adetayo confirmed dead earlier on Tuesday.

According to reports by News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) 24-year-old Adetayo, who is a former Crown FC Feeder player died after a brief illness.

The Media Officer of Ogbomoso United FC, Stephen Adetunji, who confirmed the death of the player, described the Adetayo’s death as unfortunate.

Adetunji’s words: “With deep sorrow in our hearts, we announce the passing of one of our players, Rasaq Adetayo, popularly called ‘Aro.’

“He passed away in the early hour of this morning. Rasaq, previously played for Young Stars, White Stars and Crown FC Feeder Club before joining Ogbomoso United FC.

“He died after a brief illness. May Almighty Allah comfort the family and the entire football community.

“It’s a sad day for Ogbomoso United,” he said.