Plateau United defender Paul Odeh mourns wife after prolonged illness

Plateau United have announced the death of defender Paul Odeh’s wife following a prolonged illness.

The Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) club shared the news in a condolence message on its official X account on Monday, offering its support to Odeh and his family.

“The Management, Staff, Players and Supporters of Plateau United FC are deeply saddened by the passing of the beloved wife of our player, Paul Odeh, following a protracted illness.

“At this very difficult moment, we stand firmly with Paul and his family in their grief. We share in their pain and pray that God will grant them strength, comfort and the grace to go through this heartbreaking period.

“Paul, please know that you are not alone. The entire Plateau United family stands with you, surrounds you with love and keeps you and your family in their thoughts and prayers.

“May God grant her eternal rest and give the family the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

“Our deepest condolences, Paul. May her soul rest in perfect peace.”

Odeh joined Plateau United from fellow NPFL club Enyimba during this summer transfer window.

The club said its management, staff, players and supporters were united in support of the defender as he grieves the loss of his wife.