Sam Sochukwuma Okwaraji,A Nigerian footballer died on the field of play on this day August 12, 1989 playing for Nigeria Vs Angola in Lagos. Hailed from Orlu, Imo state

Nigerian footballer Samuel Okwaraji died on the pitch during a World Cup qualifying match against Angola in August 1989. He was just 25 years old at the time. It is believed that Okwaraji suffered from a heart attack, and he collapsed shortly before half-time. The match was stopped, and Okwaraji was rushed to the hospital, but he was pronounced dead on arrival. Okwaraji’s death was a shock to the nation and led to a period of mourning. He was a popular player and was considered one of the best players in the country.

Sam Okwaraji was a Nigerian footballer and he died in a world cup qualifying match between Nigeria and Angola in the year 1989.

Sam sochukwuma okwaraji died on this day August 12 1989, playing for Nigeria vs Angonla in Lagos.
Hail from orlu imo. Sam okwara was aLso a trained lawyer in the university in Rome.