Tinubu Mourns Former CAF President, Issa Hayatou

Posted by Rotimi Fadeyi Latest Headlines, Sports News Friday, August 9th, 2024

(AFRICAN EXAMINER) – President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the family of Mr. Issa Hayatou, former President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), who passed away at the age of 77 on Thursday.

Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Chief Ajuri Ngelale stated this in a statement issued on Friday.

Hayatou was also one-time acting President of FIFA — the world’s football governing body.

Tinubu commiserated with the Cameroonian Football Federation, the people of Cameroon, and the African football community.

The President described the passing of the legendary football administrator as a huge loss, underlining his contributions to the development of the sport in Africa and beyond.

The President prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed and strength to his family at this difficult time.