A former Super Eagles midfielder, Justice Christopher, is dead.
Christopher was said to have died on Wednesday after he slumped in his hotel in Gwolshe, Jos, Plateau State.
He died at the age of 40.
The former Super Eagles player, who was seen in the company of his friends on Tuesday, had reportedly been battling high blood pressure.
It was, however, gathered that the remains of the player have been deposited at the Plateau Specialists hospital for autopsy.
Christopher was part of the Super Eagles squad at the 2002 FIFA World Cup in Korea/Japan.
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He played for several clubs, including Katsina United, Sharks F.C., Bendel Insurance, Antwerp in Belgium, Levski Sofia in Bulgaria, Trelleborgs FF in Sweden, Alania Vladikavkaz in Russia, and Herfølge Boldklub in Denmark.
He announced his retirement from football at the end of 2006/2007 season.
Christopher, however, announced his comeback and signed for Nasarawa United on October 21, 2012.
He has since then been with the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) club.
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