Charles Tambe, Abia Warriors goalkeeper was on Friday shot in Ibadan, the Oyo state by suspected thugs. He is currently receiving treatment at the University Teaching Hospital (UCH).
Tambe, as reliably gathered returned to Ibadan to reunite with his family following the suspension of the Nigeria Professional Football League due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Contained in a release signed by the club’s Sporting Director, Patrick Ngwaogwu, the ex- Shooting Stars and Lobi Stars goalkeeper, Tambe was shot on his way for his morning exercise routine.
“He is not a rascal. He went for his morning walk out at about 07:00 this morning in Apata area, Ibadan where he stays with his family.
“They accosted him and collected his wristwatch and handset. And shot him on the hand.
“He is presently in UCH, receiving treatment. The club is very much on top of the situation”, Ngwaogwu explained.
