Footballer slumps, dies on pitch in Lagos

A yet-to-be-identified footballer has slumped and died while playing at the Green Field Football Ground in the Lekki area of Lagos State.

The Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, disclosed this via his Twitter handle on Monday.

Hundeyin said officers from Maroko police division brought in the information on Friday, adding that the 31-year-old relatively unknown footballer died at about 6.30 p.m.

The police spokesperson stated that he was rushed to Ever Care Hospital in Lekki for treatment where he was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.

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“Based on the report, a team of detectives visited the football scene and the hospital where the corpse was inspected and photographs taken.

“The corpse has been deposited at a public morgue for autopsy. Meanwhile, investigation is in progress,” he said.

Hundeyin, however, advised members of the public, particularly sports persons, not to push their limits.

He urged them to take a rest when tired, adding: “Above all, do regular medical check-up. Like we say on the street, life has no duplicate.”

The Star