Sam Ibiam


Sam Henshaw Ibiam, popularly known as The Black Magnet during his playing days, was a Nigerian footballer who played as a goalkeeper for the pioneer Nigerian national football team who were regarded as the "1949 UK Tourists". He retired from international football in 1958.

Playing career

Sam Ibiam's career came to limelight while with the Port Harcourt XI. In recognition of his achievements, Sam Ibiam was honored during the "First National Sports Award for Sports Heroes and Heroines of Yesteryear".

Coaching career

After his retirement from football in 1960, Sam served as head coach for the Aba XI team before proceeding to the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation.

Honours

International

  • Jalco Cup – 1958

Death

Sam died on December 2, 2015, at his residence in Ebonyi State, Nigeria.