BY ANDREW EKEJIUBA
Super Eagles and Club Brugge striker Emmanuel Dennis is in deep mourning following the death of his older brother during a sailing race in Lagos.
The Nigeria international was granted compassionate leave by his Belgian club to attend the funeral of his brother which took place on Tuesday and is scheduled to return to Belgium on Thursday evening.
Popti Emmanuel Dennis, who was in early 40s, was killed after his boat capsized for an unknown reason.
“Despite an intense search, all help came too late,” Club Brugge stated with a tinge of regret.
“Popti Emmanuel Dennis was known in Nigeria as a very renowned and experienced sailor who represented his country at the Africa Games.
“As a member of the Nigerian Navy, he also regularly participated in international regattas”.
Dennis flew to Nigeria on Sunday shortly after the 2-0 win at Royal Antwerp, a game in which he was a non-playing substitute.
