The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed sympathy with players and officials of Rivers United FC of Port Harcourt following the road accident involving the club’s team bus.
The accident, which left some members of the contingent with minor injuries while travelling to Awka, Anambra State, for their 2026 President’s Federation Cup Round of 16 clash against Nasarawa United.
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In a statement, the NFF said it received the news with shock after learning that the incident occurred along the Obiri-Ikwerre Airport Road on the outskirts of Port Harcourt as the team made its way to Awka for the knockout fixture. Related News Rivers United escape tragedy in team bus accident Obi, Ezekwesili defend Adeboye, warn against ethnic division 2026 World Cup matches face threat of hours-long weather delays
“While we thank God that there were no fatalities, we empathise with those who sustained minor injuries in the accident and wish them a quick recovery,” NFF General Secretary, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, said.
