The Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) suffered a devastating blow as Sunshine Stars of Akure mourns the untimely death of their Assistant Kit Manager, Taiwo Dosunmu.

The heart-wrenching announcement was made by Sunshine Stars Media Officer, Micheal Akintunde, who revealed that Dosunmu passed away at the Intensive Care Unit of University of Benin Teaching Hospital.

Dosunmu’s tragic fate stemmed from a heinous attack on Sunshine Stars’ bus by armed assailants along the Benin-Ore Expressway earlier this month. The team was en route to Benin City for a crucial NPFL match-day 13 fixture against Bendel Insurance when the unfathomable incident occurred.

In a poignant statement, the club expressed profound sorrow over the loss of Dosunmu, depicting him as a dedicated and hardworking individual who carried out his duties with utmost diligence. The tragedy has not only left the Sunshine Stars community grief-stricken but has also sent shockwaves throughout the Nigerian football fraternity.

The despicable circumstances surrounding Dosunmu’s passing serve as a harrowing reminder of the security challenges prevalent along major roadways in Nigeria—a sobering reality that continues to jeopardize the safety of citizens and sports personnel alike.

As the football world unites in mourning the loss of a beloved colleague, questions loom over the urgent need for enhanced security measures to safeguard the lives of athletes, officials, and all individuals involved in the nation’s sporting events. The legacy of Taiwo Dosunmu will forever be ingrained in the annals of Nigerian football, serving as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of the beautiful game.