Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and
Nigerian football legend Segun "Mathematical" Odegbami are among the
top personalities set to attend the burial of former Green Eagles goalkeeper,
Coach Peter Fregene, on Friday, November 29. The event, which will feature a
novelty football match, is scheduled to take place at the Sapele Township
Stadium.
Coach Fregene, who passed away last month at 77 after
a prolonged illness, is remembered for his remarkable 15-year career with the
Green Eagles and his passion for grooming young talents through his "Catch
Them Young" program in Sapele.
The Chairman of the Burial Committee, Mr. Larry
Kubeinje, described the ceremony as a fitting tribute to a football icon.
“Coach Fregene was not just a legend on the pitch but a mentor who dedicated
his life to developing grassroots football. This is an opportunity to celebrate
his legacy,” Kubeinje said.
The burial activities will commence on Wednesday,
November 27, with a Service of Songs at Okotie-Eboh Grammar School Field,
Sapele. His interment will follow on Friday at his hometown, Abraka, with a
grand reception in Sapele to conclude the ceremonies.
Sources reveal that veteran footballers from “All
Stars” groups across Warri, Benin, Ughelli, and Bayelsa will join the event,
hosted by the Sapele All Stars. High Chief Felix Anirah, patron of the Fenirah
Football Tournament, and Hon. Michael Diden (Ejele), founder of Ejele Football
Academy, are among the chief hosts of the occasion.
Governor Oborevwori’s participation highlights his
administration's commitment to celebrating sports heroes and advancing
grassroots sports development. “Peter Fregene’s legacy will inspire future
generations of footballers in Delta State and beyond,” a government
representative noted
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