GLOWING TRIBUTES FOR STEPHEN KESHI

Less than 24 hours after passing on, tributes keeps pouring in for Stephen Keshi, "The Big Boss" loved and admired by many for his leadership qualities and achievements. Below are some of the numerous tributes from sportsmen and notable personalities from withing and outside Nigeria:

·         My brother, my friend, my captain. You will defend and lead in heaven- Victor Ikpeba.

·         "Very sad waking up to the news of the big boss Stephen Keshi. A man who did so much for the Super Eagles as captain and coach, and who believed in me one year ago. May your soul R.I.P. My condolences."- William Troost-Ekong.

·         "I can't believe you are gone. My encourage-able coach. Rest in peace big big bossssssss ."… Godfrey Oboabona.

·         "The sting of death and victory of the grave.RIP big boss.A legend,a captain,a leader,hero,one that brought so much smiles to the face of people. can't believe this is true.REST IN PEACE."-Vincent Enyeama.

·         "Waking up to this is a shock i'm yet to get out of. My heart bleeds, i have no words right now    . Rest in peace boss. You're a true hero"- Super Falcons forward Desire Oparanozie.

·         "The man who believed in me and told me you will become great and make difference in any where I play. Rest in peace BIG BOSS. May God grant you good rest sir."- Ogenyi Onazi.

·         "True Legend the only man that believed in me, the only man that made me in super Eagles,the only man that has never stopped believing in me, the only man that surprised me on the day I needed him most in my dad's burial, the only man that has never stopped advising me when he calls me , you will for ever stay in my heart the big boss RIP."- Emmanuel Emenike.

·         “Please tell me it all false that my big boss is dead..Please boss don't do this to me..Please wake up boss." - John Ogu, Super Eagles midfielder who played under Keshi.

·         “Keshi won't stand for too long during trainings/games. Why? His back & legs had fought so many battles for Nigeria”- Oluwatoyin Ibitoye

·         “Oh My God! hmm... Rest in Peace Stephen Keshi”- D’Banj.

·         “Very sad to hear about Stephen Keshi's passing. A true Nigerian football legend. RIP”-  Daniel Amokachi.

·         “Another Legend falls, condolences to the entire football fraternity - we've become poorer without Stephen Keshi”- Mbalula Fikile (SA Sports Ministry).

·         “Words fail me. The Big Boss has left us. #RIPKeshi #RIPBigBoss”- Colin Udoh.

·         “As the captain of eagles in our days, Keshi was more influential than any NFF PRESIDENT”- Peterside Idah.

·         “Stephen Keshi? Oh, l'm truly sad. He was special, representing a bridge between what was and what could be. We chose what was. Rest boss.”-  Funmi Iyanda.

·         “I am too shocked for words. Stephen Keshi is gone #RIPKeshi #RIPBigBoss. You opened the door for all of us.”- Joseph Yobo.

·         “All at CFC are saddened to hear of former Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi's death. He worked with Mikel & Victor Moses.” Chelsea FC.

·         “This is one of the saddest days of my life. I will never forget the happy days, you coached me. RIP Big boss.”- Brown Ideye.

·         “When I heard the news, I thought it was a stupid joke, when it was confirmed, I was alarmed; May God give the family the fortitude to bear the loss,’’- Chris Giwa, proprietor of Giwa FC of Jos.

·         “Woke up to the sad news of the passing of my brother Stephen Keshi. I can't believe it. I am in shock . Football legend. RIP”- Kalusha Bwalya.

·         “Horrible news & Sad day as Our legendary Captain & brother Stephen Keshi dies.May his blessed soul rest in peace.we lost an iconic Hero 2day”- Sunday Oliseh.

·         “R.I.P big Boss,Thank u for everything”- Odion Jude Ighalo.