The management of Mighty Jets FC of Jos has received with great shock the news of the demise of the club&rsquo;s defensive midfielder, John George, who passed on Thursday afternoon in Kaduna after a brief illness.<br /><br />In a statement released by the club, George was described as a hardworking and committed professional who was always respectful to officials and colleagues alike.<br /><br />Until his death, he was on loan at Nigeria Professional Football League side, Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi and was a regular member of the first team.<br /><br />His last game was a 2-2 home draw between Lobi Stars and Kano Pillars last month and he had obtained permission from the club to return to Kaduna to treat a recurring bout of malaria, a trip he never returned from.<br /><br />Before joining Mighty Jets he had played for Plateau United FC also of Jos. Mighty Jets would discuss with Lobi Stars and the player&rsquo;s family on the plans and arrangements as regards his burial.<br /><br />The entire management pray his family would have the fortitude to bear the loss and also pray for the repose of his soul.<br /><br />Ferdinand Mbum <br />