Former Super Eagles star slumps, dies in hotel in Plateau State

Ex-Super Eagles midfielder, Justice Christopher, has passed away.

Christopher, according to reports, slumped at his hotel complex in Jos, Plateau State on Tuesday and was rushed to the hospital where he was confirmed dead.

The 40-year-old played for the Nigerian national football team and was a participant at the 2002 FIFA World Cup. 

He accrued eleven caps for the Super Eagles.

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The deceased last played club football for Nasarawa United in the Nigerian league.

He played for several clubs, including Katsina United, Sharks F.C., Bendel Insurance FC, Antwerp FC (Belgium), Levski Sofia (Bulgaria), Trelleborgs FF (Sweden), Alania Vladikavkaz in Russia and Herfølge BK in Denmark.