THE family of Warriors and Highlanders legend who was also Chicken Inn head coach Adam Ndlovu, will decide today on burial arrangements for the late icon.
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They will also update the nation on the condition of his younger brother Peter, who yesterday underwent a brain scan in Bulawayo.
Peter survived the accident that took the life of Adam in the early hours of Sunday when they were on their way to Victoria Falls.
Last night, President Robert Mugabe sent a message of condolence to the Ndlovu family.
The siblings’ elder brother Madinda Ndlovu arrived from Botswana on Sunday evening and yesterday confirmed that he would give an official statement today.
“I will be able to give that information by lunch tomorrow (today). Peter underwent a brain scan today (yesterday) and by lunch tomorrow (today), I will be able to give you relevant information after the doctors have made their decision,” Madinda, the family spokesperson, said.
Earlier, Peter’s lawyer Harrison Nkomo, who is in Harare, had told NewsDay Sport that the former Warriors skipper was in a stable condition, but could be flown to either Harare or South Africa for further treatment, based on the recommendations of the medical team that is working on him at the Catholic-run Mater Dei Hospital in Bulawayo.
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On Adam’s burial arrangements, Madinda said the family met yesterday with all stakeholders and the elders would be convening another meeting by evening to map the way forward.
“We met with all the stakeholders and the elders will be meeting tonight (last night) to decide where he (Adam) will be buried. We will be able to disseminate the correct information tomorrow (today) at lunch. That is all I can say for now,” Madinda said.
The Castle Lager Premier Soccer League sent a message of condolence: “We learnt with shock and sadness of the sudden demise of our dear colleague, brother, mentor and coach Adam Ndlovu.
“His death is a loss to the football family, the community as well as his family. He was always cheerful, sociable, hardworking and passionate about football. Adam was not only a football coach, but a role model. We take this opportunity to wish Peter a speedy recovery. To the Ndlovu family, our prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
Warriors manager Sharif Mussa said: “I am deeply saddened by the passing away of Adam. It is a very big shock not only to me, but Zimbabwe as a whole and the football fraternity. He used to make Zimbabweans smile because of his play. Adam will be greatly missed. He imparted a legacy to our football. May God be with the family in the trying times. Best wishes to Peter. I hope he recovers soon.”
The Sports and Recreation Commission (SRC) said: “We received the news of the untimely death of Adam yesterday (Sunday) with shock and sadness. Adamski, as he was affectionately known, had distinguished himself as a great football player and an astute coach.
The SRC would like to express its heartfelt condolences to the Ndlovu family and the football fraternity and shares with them the loss of one of the greatest footballers ever to be produced in this country. We pray that guardian angels watch over Peter and wish him a speedy recovery.”
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel tweeted: “Sending my best wishes to Peter Ndlovu. I hope he recovers.”
