Peter Rufai is hailed as a "giant of football" after the former Nigeria goalkeeper died aged 61 following a prolonged illness ...

Former Nigeria goalkeeper Peter Rufai, who helped his country win the 1994 Africa Cup of Nations, has died at the age of 61, the Nigerian Football Federation says.

Rufai, fondly known as “Dodo Mayana,” passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, at the age of 61 after a prolonged illness.

The death of the Nigerian legend comes on a dark day for the global football community, as it also grapples with the sudden ...

The Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has expressed sadness over the passing of ...

Peter Rufai, commonly called “Dodo Mayana,” was a pioneering figure in Nigerian football whose remarkable two-decade career ...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) said late former Super Eagles goal keeper, Peter Rufai, was a true Nigerian icon. This is contained in a statement ...

The emotional story behind Peter Rufai's legendary nickname "Dodo Mayana" and the legacy he left in African and world ...

He said Rufai delighted many soccer-loving Nigerians during his playing days, giving them unforgettable moments.

Following his passing, the football world is honouring Peter Rufai, fondly known as Dodo Mayana, the legendary Super Eagles ...

With the passing of Peter Rufai on Thursday, TheCable looks at a number of the famous squad who have taken their last breath.

Former Nigeria international goalkeeper Peter Rufai has died aged 61 following an illness, the national football federation ...