Former Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai has been confirmed dead.
The 61-year-old goalkeeper reportedly died on Thursday morning after prolonged battle with illness.
Peter Rufai popularly known as “Dodo Mayana” was preparing to launch his book but unfortunately passed on.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) paid tribute to Peter Rufai on its official X page on Thursday evening;
Forever in our hearts, Dodo Mayana.
We mourn the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, a giant of Nigerian football and a 1994 AFCON champion.
Your legacy lives on between the sticks and beyond.
Rest well, Peter Rufai.
