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A tragic car accident has claimed the life of 20-year-old Nigerian footballer, Paul Julius.

The Jos-born striker, who recently joined Cypriot side Enosis Neon Paralimni FC, died in a car crash in Protaras, Famagusta District, Cyprus.

According to Cypriot publication Philenews, the police said that Julius was driving on the Paralimni-Protaras road when his car collided with another vehicle driving in the opposite direction.

The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m.

“It is with deep sadness and pain that we express our sincere condolences on the unexpected loss of our footballer Paul Julius,” said his club, E.N.P. “The tragic news of his death has shocked us all. Despite the hardships and sufferings he faced to join our family, he remained steadfast and determined to fulfil his goals. His memory will live on in our hearts, and his absence will be felt.”

Fellow Cypriot club, AEL Limassol, shared their commiseration, saying, “The president, the members of the Board of Directors of AEL Limassol and the staff express their deepest condolences to the family of ENP and his close friend, footballer Paul Julius, for his unjust loss. His memory is eternal.”

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Greek side APOEL also joined in the condolences, saying, “The company APOEL FOOTBALL (PUBLIC) LTD expresses its sincere condolences to the family of ENP and the relatives of football player Paul Julius, who was killed in a car accident early today. He was only 20 years old. His memory is eternal.”

 

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