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“Dodo Mayana will forever live in our hearts” — CAF President Motsepe mourns Peter Rufai
Rufai, fondly known as “Dodo Mayana,” passed away on Thursday, 3 July 2025, at the age of 61 after a prolonged illness.
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RIP Peter Rufai: The story behind Nigeria’s legendary goalkeeper nickname “Dodo Mayana”
The emotional story behind Peter Rufai's legendary nickname "Dodo Mayana" and the legacy he left in African and world ...
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Rufai: FG, NFF face backlash over neglect of football heroes
The Federal Government and the Nigeria Football Federation are facing mounting criticism over the alleged neglect of the ...
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Dark day in football – Kanu mourns Peter Rufai, Diogo Jota
Former Nigeria international, Kanu Nwankwo has reacted to the death of former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peter Rufai. The ...
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Legendary goalkeeper Peter Rufai dies: President Tinubu remembers his heroics
President Tinubu mourns Peter Rufai, a legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper who died at 61. Tinubu praises Rufai's contributions ...
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Nigeria: Atiku, Ahmed Musa Lead Tributes As Nigerians Mourn Death of Goalkeeping Legend Peter Rufai
Clubs including Remo Stars, Rangers International, Enyimba, Sporting Lagos and Kano Pillars also paid glowing tributes. "Though he never wore our colours, his legendary performances for the Super ...