Katsina United defender Chinedu Ozor has been confirmed dead despite earlier reports that he showed signs of movement after being taken to the mortuary. The defender had only recently joined Katsina United after previously representing Heartland FC and Kano Pillars. Transfer records show that Ozor moved from Heartland to Kano Pillars in July 2025 before subsequently joining Katsina United. Another tribute said: “He just started a new chapter with Katsina United and it’s so sad it ended this way. Despite the reports that briefly raised hopes of his survival, The Eagle Online sources have confirmed that Ozor is dead.