Former Green Eagles goalkeeper Peter Fregene has passed away after a prolonged battle with illness.
His death was announced on social media by close friend and fellow ex-international Segun Odegbami in a heartfelt Facebook post on Sunday night, October 13.
Fregene had been on life support for the past week and died surrounded by his wife, Tina, and two of his children. Odegbami expressed gratitude to those who supported Fregene throughout his illness, stating, “A few minutes ago, Peter ‘Apo’ Fregene, OLY, former goalkeeper for Nigeria’s Green Eagles, passed on to meet his Creator.”
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In his tribute, Odegbami thanked everyone on behalf of Fregene’s family, friends, and the Nigerian football community, writing, “On behalf of all generations of Nigerian footballers, Olympians, sports persons… I say a big ‘thank you.'”
Fregene, affectionately known as “Apo,” was a cherished figure in Nigerian football, remembered for his contributions to the national team.
He is survived by his wife and children.
May his soul rest in peace.