Rachael Otuoma is in mourning following the untimely death of her husband former AFC leopards striker Ezekiel Otuoma.

In an emotional post on social media, Rachael detailed how her husband's death has left her broken.

PHOTO | COURTESY: Ezekiel Otuoma and his wife Rachael Otuoma 

"To my Husband You left a hole in my heart that no one else can fill ? the emptyness in my arms reminds me of the love we shared your love was a gift and i'll cherish it always. Though it was soo soon thats really broke my heart."

PHOTO | COURTESY: Ezekiel Otuoma and his wife Rachael Otuoma 

She revealed that he died on her birthday and her life will never be the same again. She expressed her love for him adding that her heart holds a place that noone else can fill.

"you left on my birthday & it will never be the same again. you never said am leaving or even showed a sight you never said goodbye. in life i loved you dearly in death i love you still in my heart you hold a place that only you can fill. It broke my heart to loose you but you didn't go alone a part of me went with you TILL ME WE MEET AGAIN."

PHOTO | COURTESY: Ezekiel Otuoma and his wife Rachael Otuoma 

Ezekiel Otuoma died at 31 following prolonged illness. He had been battling motor neurone disease (MND), a debilitating condition that progressively damages the nervous system.

Diagnosed in May 2021, Otuoma’s illness marked the end of his football career.

The disease significantly affected his speech and mobility, confining him to a wheelchair and necessitating round-the-clock care. His wife, alongside close friends and well-wishers, played a crucial role in supporting him.

PHOTO | COURTESY: Ezekiel Otuoma 

Condolences to family and friends and may his soul rest in peace.