Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, paid a condolence visit to the family of Nigeria’s legendary goalkeeper, the late Peter Rufai, earlier today. Rufai, who passed away recently, was laid to rest in Lagos yesterday.
Obi, accompanied by former Nigerian international Sylvanus Okpala, met with members of Rufai’s family, including his younger brother Bruce and sisters Bosede and Dele, at their Amuwo Odofin residence. During the visit, Obi offered words of comfort, encouraged the family to remain strong, and prayed for the soul of the former Super Eagles goalkeeper.
Bruce Rufai, who returned from Spain for the burial, expressed the family’s appreciation, saying the visit lifted their spirits. “We can’t thank you enough. We felt abandoned by the authorities, but your coming here is really consoling. It has lifted our spirits. Thanks so much,” he said.
In his opening remarks, Peter Obi explained his absence at the burial, citing late notification of the burial date. “I only learned about the burial yesterday while I was in Abuja. I flew into Lagos this morning and came straight here. I would have attended the burial if I had known the date in time. Please, be consoled. May his soul continue to rest in peace,” Obi stated.
Family members reportedly expressed excitement upon Obi’s arrival, recalling the late Peter Rufai’s legacy and the comfort brought by the Labour Party leader’s presence. After spending about an hour with the family, Obi signed the condolence book before departing.
Peter Rufai, remembered as one of Nigeria’s greatest footballers, played a vital role in the Super Eagles and left a lasting mark on Nigerian sports. Today’s visit by Peter Obi was seen as a gesture of respect and national solidarity, reinforcing the importance of honoring the country’s heroes.
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