The Handball Federation of Nigeria (HFN), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of national handball player, Dorothy Elijah.
The President of HFN, Jibril Saidu Ojih (FNIQS), expressed sadness over the death of the player on Thursday in a condolence message signed by Cosmos Chukwuemeka Akisi,
HFN Media Assistant.
Ojih described the late Dorothy Elijah as a committed and talented player whose contributions to the growth of handball in Nigeria will not be forgotten.
Dorothy Elijah, who was a key player for Plateau Peacocks in the Nigeria Handball Premier League and also represented Plateau State in several national handball competitions, died on Tuesday following a brief ailment and she will be buried tomorrow, Friday, March 13, 2026.
Ojih said the news of her passing came as a shock to the handball family, noting that her dedication and passion for the sport made her a respected figure among teammates, officials, and fans.
“The Handball Federation of Nigeria received with great sadness the news of the passing of Dorothy Elijah.
“She was a hardworking and passionate player who contributed immensely to the development of handball both at the club level with Plateau Peacocks and with the Plateau State team,” Ojih said.
The HFN President added that her death is a painful loss not only to her family and teammates but also to the entire Nigerian handball community.
“Her commitment, discipline, and love for the game will always be remembered.
“On behalf of the Handball Federation of Nigeria, I extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, teammates, officials of Plateau Peacocks, and the Plateau State handball community.
“We pray that God grants her eternal rest and gives her loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” he added.
He said Dorothy Elijah’s passing has left a deep void in the Nigerian handball fraternity, where she was widely admired for her dedication and contributions to the sport. (vitalnewsngr.com)
