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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 ...
Peter Rufai dead at 61: Former World Cup star who captained his country against England dies after long illness
AFRICAN football has been plunged into mourning after the death of Nigeria World Cup star Peter Rufai. The keeper, who won 65 ...
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Rufai passing tragic loss for football world – Bovi
Comedian and actor Bovi Ugboma reflects on how sport shaped his life, pays tribute to late goalkeeper Peter Rufai, relives the heartbreak of USA ’94, and more in this interview with OLAMIDE ABEHave ...
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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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ADC mourns ex-Eagles goalkeeper, Rufai, says he was a true Nigerian icon
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 ...
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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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Another Super Eagles legend Peter Rufai is dead after prolonged illness
Super Eagles legend and AFCON winner Peter Rufai died following a prolong illness which he has been managing over the years.