President Muhammadu Buhari on Saturday expressed sadness and shock over the death of the former coach of the Super Eagles, Amodu Shuaibu.

The president, in a twitter message, lamented that “it is heartbreaking to lose two of the finest and most accomplished members of our football family at the same time.’’

“This is indeed a sad week for Nigerian football, and Nigerian sports in general.

“May the soul of Amodu Shuaibu rest in peace. Ameen,” the president added.

Shuaibu, who died at 58 in his sleep on Friday, was buried at his hometown, Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo on Saturday. (NAN)