Ten years after his death, the name of former Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi will be inscribed on the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to Nigerian football.
Former Super Eagles captain, Segun Odegbami confirmed this during the late coach’s memorial lecture in Lagos.
The NIIA Sports Diplomacy Wall of Fame is a national monument established by the Federal Government agency to immortalise Nigerians who have made significant contributions to Nigeria’s international politics and diplomatic objectives through sports.
Keshi’s contributions as a sports diplomat and his role in advancing Nigeria’s foreign relations through football will be showcased and acknowledged at a ceremony on July 28, exactly one day before the 10th anniversary of his burial.
The event will also mark three years since the monument was erected within the premises of the NIIA in Lagos, with sponsorship from Dr Allen Onyema and Air Peace.
