The actor mourns the death of former Super Eagles coach, Stephen
Keshi who died in the early hours of Wednesday, June 8, 2016.
Jim Iyke
Following the loss of former Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi, Nollywood actor, Jim Iyke has penned a moving tribute to the late football legend.
Stephen Keshi(Goal)
The actor mourns the death of former Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi who died in the early hours of Wednesday, June 8, 2016.
He took to Instagram today, June 13, 2016 with a heartfelt letter.
“I
was reluctant to say something. Words truly fail me now. I don't know
where to begin. Barely a couple of months ago victor and I were on the
phone to offer our condolences and respect on the passing of your lovely
wife. About a month ago I was at the office in Atlanta,
enthusiastically discussing with your son Steve Jnr, about how to start
up this great business idea we all hatched up. Then this happened!! How
does one go about eulogizing a giant; a national and global icon. An
amazing father and steadfast leader.
You
were the best amongst equals. A man that weathered fame and victory with
the same seamless grace and guts as failure and criticism. You gave
everything in your soul to my countrymen even when some chose to suffer
temporary amnesia when you faltered a few times. I have blatantly
refused to make sense of this senseless loss. Gone too soon. The bonfire
in the desert storm. God grant your family the strength and fortitude
to bear this heart-rending loss.
You were the
pioneer that stood at the door of international acclaim and opened it
for generations to follow. You sacrificed so that others can dare to
dream and achieve. You redefined being a boss on the international stage
long before we even wrapped our heads around the concept of the word
and its eminent potentials. You will always be my hero coacha! Adieu BIG
BOSS! Your legacy and philosophy is indelible on the sands of time. God
is in charge now."
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