You Called Me This Morning With Excitement In Your Voice
A tragic accident claimed the life of retired military officer Sunday Ndidi on Tuesday, January 27. The incident occurred in Umunede, Delta State, where he later passed away at a medical facility in Agbor.

 Wilfred Ndidi

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi is grieving the sudden loss of his father, Sunday Ndidi, who tragically lost his life in a car crash in Delta State.

The retired serviceman was involved in a fatal collision in Umunede and was pronounced deceased after emergency responders rushed him to a nearby hospital in Agbor.

Overwhelmed with sorrow, Ndidi took to Instagram to express his heartbreak. Reflecting on his final conversation with his father, he penned:

“Your voice was filled with joy this morning—but looking back, it was your farewell.

“What happened to all our plans? Will I never hear your voice again?

“I honored you with the Papilo celebration when I scored for Nigeria, yet you’re gone too soon.”

Ndidi's emotional tribute

The Leicester City midfielder recently led Nigeria’s national team to a bronze medal at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, where he netted his maiden international goal.

His celebration—a homage to Nigerian football icon Kanu Nwankwo—was a touching tribute to his late father, who idolized the former Arsenal star.