Chairman of the East End Lions Football Club, Ambassador Anthony Navo Jr. has sent a condolence message mourning with the Port Authority Football Club over the loss of a great football legend, Coach Lamin Bangura.
Chairman Navo Jr, said: “I am saddened by the passing of a great football legend Coach Lamin Bangura of Port Authority FC in a tragic accident on Tuesday as the team was travelling for a match with Kahunla Rangers in Kenema. I wish to express deepest sympathy and condolences to his family, friends, Port Authority FC, and the entire football family.
“Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Our prayers are also with the injured team members. We wish them a speedy recovery. We pray for strength and perseverance during these difficult moments. Coach Lamin Bangura was a truly great man, incredibly devoted to the game and a person of such remarkable sportsmanship, warmth, and kindness. May the gentle soul of the great football champion rest in peace. Ameen.
The Sierra Leone Port Authority football team was involved in a serious road accident along the Konta Line, Mile 91 Highway. The incident has shaken the football community, plunging it into mourning as it grapples with the loss of a beloved figure.
The players, accompanied by team officials including popular Sierra Leone Striker Musa Noah Kamara, known affectionately as Musa Tombo, were traveling in a government bus when tragedy struck.
According to sources, the cause of the accident was attributed to over speeding. The bus, carrying the players of Port Authority, collided with a stationary vehicle, resulting in a catastrophic outcome.
Regrettably, it has been confirmed that Head Coach Lamin Bangura, a former Sierra Leonean international football player of immense talent and character, succumbed to his injuries following the fatal accident on the Bo highway.
Bangura’s untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the nation’s football fraternity, leaving a profound void that will be difficult to fill.
Lamin Bangura’s legacy in Sierra Leonean football transcends the boundaries of the sport. As a revered figure both on and off the field, he left an indelible mark through his contributions to the national team, the Leone Stars, and his leadership in guiding Diamond Stars to victory in the 2013 Sierra Leone Premier League.
His passion, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the game have left an enduring imprint on the hearts of fans and players alike, cementing his place as a true icon of Sierra Leonean football.
As the football community mourns the loss of one of its brightest stars, tributes pour in from across the country, honoring Lamin Bangura’s extraordinary legacy and celebrating the profound impact he had on the beautiful game.
In the wake of the tragedy, police and other community members are actively investigating the cause of the accident, seeking answers and closure for the families and loved ones affected by this heartbreaking event.
