- Former Nigerian international Omokhoje Daniel Daudu died in a car crash in the US
- He was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash
- Daudu died on the early hours of Friday, October 27
Former Nigerian international and former University of Indianapolis basketball player Omokhoje ‘Daniel’ Daudu died in a crash on I-65 on the early morning of Friday, October 27, in Indianapolis.
Omokhoje was pronounced dead at the scene after police responded to the area of mile marker 106 on the south side on reports of a serious accident.
Former UIndy basketballer Omokhoje ‘Daniel’ Daudu dies in horrificmI-65 car crash
The 28-year-old was killed when a large part broke off the rear of a northbound semitractor-trailer and struck Daudu’s 2012 Buick LaCrosse as he was driving southbound around 5:30 a.m.
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Omokhoje was a 6’1″ guard for UIndy from 2010-2013. During his last season as a Greyhound, Daudu played in 26 games with 10 starts and averaged 5.2 points, 1.8 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.8 steals per game.
Omokhoje ‘Daniel’ Daudu dies in horrificmI-65 car crash
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The university released a statement regarding the passing of Daudu:
“The University of Indianapolis mourns the loss of Daniel Daudu, who is a well-loved alumnus and former student athlete. During his time on campus, Daniel impacted our entire community. Daniel will be remembered for his athleticism, sense of humor, generous smile and compassion for others. Our hearts and prayers go out to Daniel’s family, friends, UIndy basketball and the entire UIndy family.”
Also the late Daudu graduated in 2015 with a degree in marketing. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
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Source: Sports.naija.ng