Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, on Saturday paid a condolence visit to the family of late Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai, who was laid to rest in Lagos on Friday.
Obi, accompanied by ex-international Sylvanus Okpala, commiserated with the family at their Amuwo Odofin residence. He encouraged them to remain strong and prayed for the soul of the late football icon.
Welcoming him, Rufai’s younger brother, Bruce, who returned from Spain for the burial, and his sisters, Bosede and Dele, expressed gratitude for Obi’s presence.
“I’m here to say I’m very sorry about the passing of our great goalkeeper. I didn’t know about the date of the burial in time. I only got to know yesterday while in Abuja. I flew into Lagos this morning and came straight here. I would have attended if I knew earlier. Please, be consoled. May his soul rest in peace,” Obi said.
Visibly moved by the gesture, the family described Obi’s visit as consoling.
“We can’t thank you enough. We felt abandoned by the authorities, but your coming here has lifted our spirits. We are honoured by your presence,” Bruce said.
Family members, overwhelmed with excitement, welcomed Obi warmly into the home once shared by the legendary goalkeeper, fondly called Dodo Mayana.