By Our Reporter
EX-Super Eagles captain, Austin Okocha has paid tribute to his Tunisia 1994 AFCON winning skipper, late Stephen Keshi, reports NaijaSportsXtra.
The death of the 'Big Boss' was announced by his family on Wednesday this week.
Jay-Jay took to social media on Friday to expressed his disbelief over the passing away of the ex-Super Eagles coach who became the first Nigerian and second African to win the AFCON title as a player and coach."Finally found a little strength to tweet one of the saddest tweets of my life. RIP "NWENE" Keshi. My heart bleeds heavily. Hmm..Ya di ma," his tweet read on @IAmOkocha.
Also mourning the late African legend were ex-Egyptian striker AbouTrika, on @trikaofficial, "Very sad to hear about Stephen Keshi's passing. legend RIP."
Osaze Peter Odemwingie, @OdemwingieP: "Sad news. My condolences to his family. I join millions of Nigerians to thank him for his great work as a player and coach. RIP coach #Keshi."
Chelsea's Victor Moses, "Very sad to hear about the untimely passing of Stephen Keshi. A true champion and a great man. My thoughts go out to his family and friends.
John Ogu: "Rest in peace Big boss. I will never forget you."
Torino of Italy's Joel Obi: "I cant believe The Big Boss is gone so sad news, may your soul Rest in perfect Peace (Amen)."
Meanwhile, the Ghana FA Executive Committee on Thursday observed a minute silence in memory of the late Nigeria legend.
