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Footballer Slumps, Dies on Pitch in Lagos

An unidentified footballer has slumped and died while playing at the Green Field Football Ground, at about 6:00pm in Lekki, Lagos State.

This was made known by Police Public Relations Officer of the state command, Benjamin Hundeyin, on his verified Twitter handle recently where he confirmed to have received the information from Maroko police division.

“Yesterday in Lekki, a 31-year-old slumped and died while playing football,” he reported.

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Further, the PPRO stated that the deceased was rushed to Ever Care Hospital, Lekki, for treatment where he was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.

“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.

However, Hundeyin advised sports men not to exceed their capacity during sporting activities.

“Don’t push the limits. When tired, take a rest. Above all, do regular medical check-up. Like we say in the streets, ‘Life no get duplicate!”

Clare Ijeoma

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