By Stephen Gbadamosi, Ibadan
Main opposition All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has described the passing on of Assistant Coach of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), Mr. Akin Olowookere, as most shocking and devastating.
It stated that he died at a time when his services were most needed in the quest to return the team to the path of glory.
The newly-appointed coach was reported to have slumped and died immediately on the pitch in the early hour of today, August 11, during a training session with the rest of the soccer team at Remo Stars stadium in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State.
In a statement issued tidat and made available to journalists in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, by its Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, Oyo APC lamented Olowookere’s death, which it noted was a great loss not only to the family of the deceased, but also the 3SC family and the global soccer community.
“We had noted the enthusiasm and passion with which the new coaching crew of the Oluyole Warriors accepted the offer to serve our darling team as it was expected that they would change the record of 3SC’s poor performance in the last 26 years with Coach Olowookere playing a key role, but the unfortunate thing happened and the man (Akin Olowookere) lost his life in active service.
“Our deepest condolences go to the family of the deceased, entire management and staff as well as supporters of the Oluyole Warriors across the globe. May God rest his soul and grant his family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss,” APC stated.
The club had, also today, announced the passing of Olowookere, describing him as a dedicated coach.
The club’s management commiserated with fans and family of the deceased.
