The iconic Stephen Keshi died suddenly on Wednesday, June 08 at the age of 54.

Keshi affectionately called Steve by his colleagues and subordinates will be remembered as the Nigerian who defended the game of football in his country.

He is reported to have suffered a heart attack.

Keshi (right) celebrates with the African Nations Cup trophy after victory over Zambia

 

The journey to annex the Africa Cup of Nations 2013 edition

 

It could get tougher especially when you live in a continent with several football nations

 

Suddenly you  feast your eyes on the grand prize

 

Boom it comes: The victory at the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations

 

The celebration has no boundary

 

The tears may flow but the heart is excited

 

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan (left) with Stephen Keshi (right) and the Nigeria team after they won the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations

 

It is a long story as it's said in Nigeria

 

I just saw it

 

It was clearer than anything I've ever seen...the victory of the Super Eagles

 

We attempted the World Cup in Brazil 2014 but we all have somewhere to go...

 

I have taken the lead fellas...