Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has been thrown into mourning following the death of his father, Sunday Ndidi, who reportedly died in a fatal road accident in Nigeria.
The sad news was confirmed by Ndidi’s Turkish club, Beşiktaş, in an official statement on Tuesday, expressing deep condolences to the Nigerian international and his family.
Futbolcumuz Wilfred Ndidi'nin kıymetli babası Sunday Ndidi’nin elim bir trafik kazasında hayatını kaybettiğini büyük bir üzüntüyle öğrenmiş bulunmaktayız.
Merhuma Allah’tan rahmet; Futbolcumuz Wilfred Ndidi'ye, ailesine ve yakınlarına başsağlığı dileriz. pic.twitter.com/KVI2Lw1FEU
— Beşiktaş JK (@Besiktas) January 27, 2026
“Beşiktaş JK is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Wilfred Ndidi’s father, Sunday Ndidi, who lost his life in a tragic road accident. We extend our heartfelt condolences to our player, his family and loved ones,” the club said.
Tributes have continued to pour in from fans, teammates, and members of the football community across Nigeria and beyond, who have rallied around the Super Eagles skipper in this difficult moment.
Ndidi, one of Nigeria’s most experienced internationals, has been a key figure for both club and country, earning widespread respect for his leadership and professionalism.
