By Dianabasi Effiong

The Nigeria Football Federation has condoled with the FCT Referee Council and the entire refereeing fraternity in Nigeria over the death of a former FIFA Assistant Referee, Bosede Momoh on April 21.

Momoh was said to have passed away at the National Hospital, Abuja, after a protracted illness.

General Secretary of NFF, Dr Mohammed Sanusi, expressed ‘very deep sorrow’ over the passing of the former arbiter, describing her as a ‘gentle but firm and conscientious referee’ who endeared herself to all with her amiable manners, dedication to the cause, fairness and utmost discipline.

“Late Bosede Momoh was kind-hearted and of good character, yet firm and diligent in her duties. The NFF and the entire Nigeria football fraternity will miss her, as she was still contributing meaningfully to the game even after her retirement as a FIFA referee.

“She was a National Physical Fitness instructor and also an assessor with the Nigeria Premier Football League.

“She left a good name, and we pray that the Almighty will grant her eternal rest and also grant her friends, family, and other loved ones, and the refereeing fraternity, the fortitude to bear the big loss,” Sanudi said.