Sad news as ex-Super Eagles coach loses daughter to cold hands of d**th due to illness

Salisu Yusuf's involvement with the Nigerian national team started in 2009 when he was appointed as the assistant coach to Samson Siasia. 

Subsequently, he worked under Stephen Keshi and eventually became the head coach of the Super Eagles in 2016.

Salisu Yusuf, boasting a vast career of more than two decades, is one of the most seasoned coaches in Nigerian football.

28-year-old Fauziya passed away last weekend after a long illness and was buried in Kano according to Islamic rites.

Nasarawa United's Director of Media, Eche Amos, confirmed the tragic news in a statement and offered condolences from the club to Yusuf and his family.

The statement reads, “We are deeply saddened to learn about the tragic loss of the beloved daughter of our Technical Adviser, Salisu Yusuf, whose sad incident occurred on Sunday evening.

“Twenty-eight-year-old Fauziya, the third child of Coach Salisu Yusuf, passed away following a protracted illness.

“The late Fauziya, who has since been buried according to Islamic rites at Kofar Gadon Kaya, Kano, had a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Bayero University, Kano.

“Our hearts go out to our beloved Coach and his immediate family during this incredibly difficult time, as the entire club and members stand with him in prayer and support, while wishing him strength, comfort, and peace.

“May the fond memory of his beloved daughter be a blessing to him and his loved ones. We also pray the Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of Late Fauziya and grant her Aljanna Firdausi.”

Salisu began coaching Nasarawa United in 2002 and later moved to Lobi Stars, where he was instrumental in their 2003 Nigerian FA Cup victory.

He also coached Dolphins FC, Enyimba, and El-Kanemi Warriors and led Kano Pillars to the Nigerian Premier League title in 2008.

He returned to Nasarawa United as a technical adviser, where he first began his Nigerian football management career.