It was gathered that his wife, Kate, has been battling a particular illness for a while, before finally giving up the ghost on Wednesday, December 9 in the United States.
Speaking to Completesportsnigeria.com, the 53-year old, who was very sober said: “She was ill for a while now and I’m still in shock of this great loss.
“She is more like a sister to me and was the rock behind me and everything I do. My love for her was at first sight,” he added.
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He however revealed that the burial arrangements will be made public in the coming weeks.
Keshi has been married to his wife Kate for 35 years.