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Ezekiel Otuoma dies: Career in football, supportive wife & battle with Motor Neurone Disease

Rachel Otuoma mourns footballer Ezekiel Otuoma’s death | Pulselive Kenya

Charles Ouma

The sports fraternity is mourning the death of former AFC Leopards striker Ezekiel Otuoma, who passed on after a long battle with motor neurone disease.

News of his death was confirmed by his wife, Rachel Otuoma with condolences pouring in for the talented former footballer.

File image of the late Ezekiel Otuoma with his wife, Rachel Otuoma

His decorated career saw him play for various local clubs where his talent in the pitch made him one of the most sought-after players in the Kenya Premier League.

He started off at Muhoroni Youth FC and featured in the Kenya Premier League for Ulinzi Stars FC, AFC Leopards, FC Talanta, Ushuru FC and Western Stima.

File image of the late Ezekiel Otuoma in action in the Kenya Premier League

He had an impact in every club that he played for, scoring decisive goals that often made a difference between a draw and win, or a loss.

He took a break from football after being diagnosed with Motor Neuron disease.

He battled the disease which left him confined to a wheelchair bravely for several years, with his loving and loyal wife by his side.

<h3>Rachel Otuoma mourns Ezekiel Otuoma</h3>

Rachel mourned her husband, professing her endless love for the football who she nursed and stood as he battled health challenges.

<blockquote>To my husband. You left a hole in my heart that no one else can fill. The emptiness in my arms reminds me of the love we shared. Your love was a gift, and I’ll cherish it forever. However, it was so soon that it broke my heart. You left on my birthday. It will never be the same again.</blockquote>

<blockquote>You never said, 'I am leaving,' or even showed a sign. You never said goodbye. In life, I loved you dearly. In death, I love you. Still in my heart, you hold a place you can only fill. It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone. A part of me went with you. Till we meet again,"</blockquote>

<h3>Praises for Rachel Otuoma &amp; condolences</h3>

Netizens were full of praises for his spouse, Rachel Otuoma who stood by Ezekiel and supported him through incredibly difficult time till his demise.

Many noted that Rcahel embodied the true meaning of “till death do us part” in marriage.

Kemunto Winnie: The only woman who can advise for better or worse. Be comforted, mummy.

Joyline Chebet: Former Footballer Ezekiel Otuoma is no more , his wife Rachel Otuoma deserves all the accolades for fulfilling &quot;Till Death do us Part&quot; vow ... May she find peace

Hon Didmus Barasa, MP Kimilili: Former AFC Leopards and Western Stima forward Ezekiel Otuoma is dead. May our good lord give the family peace and strengh during this difficult time of mourning. Rest in eternal peace brother.

File image of the late Ezekiel Otuoma with former Sports CS Ababu Namwamba

In life, I loved you dearly. In death, I love you. Still in my heart, you hold a place you can only fill. It broke my heart to lose you, but you didn't go alone. A part of me went with you - Rachel Otuoma

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