Kanu Nwankwo and Stanley Nwabali: Papilo follows Super Eagles goalkeeper to parents burial
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The Nigerian football community united in a powerful display of solidarity as football legend Kanu Nwankwo attended the burial of Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali’s parents.
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The event a celebration for Nwabali, who has endured the heartbreaking loss of both parents—his mother and father—in recent months.
Kanu, affectionately known as "Papilo," shared a series of pictures on social media capturing the occasion.
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Kanu follows Nwabali to burial
The pictures showcased Kanu and Nwabali, dressed in traditional Igbo attire for the ceremony.
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The burial followed a series of rites outlined in earlier reports, with the final ceremonies held on June 7 and 8, 2025, as Nwabali’s parents—his father, who passed at 72, and his mother, Grace, at 63—were laid to rest.
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Kanu posted a message with the photo that said, "In moments like these, we’re reminded of the importance of unity and support.
"My thoughts are with @NwabaliBobo and his family.
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"May the souls of his dear parents rest in perfect peace. @thenffofficial #nigeria #nff #thankGod."{
This comes after reports that the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) demonstrated its support by providing Nwabali with 20 million naira to assist with burial arrangements.
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