Peter Obi Pays Visit to Injured Former Super Eagles Star Tijani Babangida Following Car Accident

Labour Party’s Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, along with a delegation, visited former Super Eagles winger, Tijani Babangida, at his residence in Abuja on Thursday.

This visit aimed to offer support and condolences to Babangida, who recently suffered a tragic auto accident resulting in a broken right leg and the loss of his son and younger brother, Ibrahim Babangida, a former international footballer who notably played for Nigeria in the 1993 FIFA U-17 World Cup-winning team. Tijani’s wife was also seriously injured in the accident.

In his statement, Peter Obi expressed deep sympathy and solidarity with the Babangida family, acknowledging their significant contributions to Nigerian sports and the pride they brought to the nation through their talents. He emphasized the importance of offering support and attention during such difficult times, assuring Tijani that he and his family are not forgotten.

During the visit, Tijani, visibly affected by the accident, shared his firsthand experience of the tragic event with Obi. Despite his injuries, Tijani conveyed his gratitude for the financial aid and support he has received from his former colleagues and Ajax football club.

Emmanuel Babayaro, an Atlanta 1996 Olympic gold medalist and the General Secretary of the Professional Footballers Association of Nigeria, who accompanied Tijani during Obi’s visit, also expressed appreciation for the gesture, highlighting its significance in providing encouragement to the former player during his recovery journey.