Ex-Super Eagles Goalkeeper, Moses Effiong Is Dead

By Akinwale Kasali

The Nigeria Football enclave has been thrown into mourning following the passing of a former Super Eagles Goalkeeper, Moses Effiong.

Effiong died in the United States of America following a prolonged ailment.

The late Footballer, until his death, was Akwa United Football Club Assistant Coach.

His passing came barely three months after he celebrated his 65th birthday with hopes of surviving the ailment which prompted his trip abroad for medical care.

The death of Effiong, a member of the Senior National side that won the Nation’s first ever African Cup of Nations, AFCON, title in 1980, was announced by the Chairman of the club, Paul Bassey, through a statement released by the club’s Media Director, Mfon Patrick.

Bassey described late Effiong Moses as a complete gentleman, core professional football coach and a wonderful family man who was dedicated and committed to the success of every duty assigned to him.

Said the statement: “The Management, Staff and Players of Akwa United Football Club regret to announce the sudden demise of our goalkeeper coach and a member of Nigeria 1980 Africa Cup of Nations Winner coach Effiong Moses (MON) who passed away early on Sunday 26 January, 2025 in the United States of America after a long battle with illness.

“The club received with shock the sad news of the passing of Coach Effiong Moses from his family member in America who confirmed that the Ex Green Eagles goalkeeper who also played for New Nigerian Bank died surrounded by his family.

“Late coach Effiong Moses was part of Akwa United coaching crew when the team won two FA Cup titles in 2015 and 2017 as well as the NPFL title in 2021”