Peter Rufai Biography & Family: Wife Mikaila Rufai, Children, Parents, Siblings & Net Worth

Peter Rufai Biography & Family: Wife Mikaila Rufai, Kids, Parents, Siblings & Net Worth – Peter Rufai also known as ‘Dodo Mayana’ was a former Nigerian professional goalkeeper whose career spanned over six decades in the world of football before he succumbed to cold hands of death. He was 61 years old born on 24 August 1963, Lagos, Nigeria and died on Thursday July 3, 2025 over a prolonged illness. Peter Rufai survived by his wife Mikaila Rufai and had four children/kids

Facts about Peter Rufai’s Biography

Peter Rufai’s Career & Early Life

Born on August 24, 1963, in Lagos, Nigeria, Peter Rufai who is originally from Oshodi in the Idimu district, began his career at a young age. He began his professional football career with Stationery Stores in 1980, but left after four years to join Femo Scorpions in 1985.

Peter Rufai briefly played for Dragons de l’Ouemé before joining Lokeren and Beveren in 1987 and 1991, respectively.

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His career took a turn after joining Go Ahead Eagles in 1993, where he made 12 appearances due to a lack of playing time.

He later spent two years in Spain, playing for clubs like as Hercules and Deportivo La Coruna from 1997 to 1999, before joining Gil Vicente.

Rufai made his international debut for Nigeria in 1983, appearing in 65 matches for the Super Eagles and scoring once on a penalty shot during the team’s (6-0) victory against Ethiopia in the 1993 CAN qualifiers.

After two FIFA World Cups, he was Nigeria’s first choice goalkeeper in 1994 and 1998.

His leadership and unwavering presence in goal were vital to the Nigerian National Team’s victory at the 1994 African Cup of Nations in Tunisia.

Peter Rufai retired from professional football in the 2000s, leaving him as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished goalkeepers, with a career marked by persistence, elegance, and a strong passion for the game.

Rufai studied in the UK before hanging up his football boots, earning a UEFA Licence B certification to work as a professional coach with aim give it back to the country.

Peter Rufai Wife

Peter Rufai was married to his wife Mikaila Rufai. The couple raised four children together during Rufai’s lifetime until he succumbed to cold hands of death.

Peter Rafui Cause of Death

He passed away on Thursday early morning on June 3, 2025 after battling with a prolonged illness. However Peter Rufai’s illness that cause his death has not been disclosed by the goalkeeper’s family since his funeral and burial are yet to be determined.

Peter Rufai Wife

Peter Rufai was married to his wife Mikaila. The couple tied the knot in the late 1930s and had four children together before he died.

Peter Rufai Children

Peter Rafui died by leaving four children behind including his oldest son, Senbaty Rufai. However, Rafui’s other kids’ names and ages are not widely known on the internet since he kept their identities from the public eye.

Peter Rufai Parents

Peter Rufai was born into a royal family. Rufai’s father was the King of the Idimu tribal of Lagos State while his mother whose name is unknown died in 2012.

Despite expectation of inheriting the throne from his dad, Rufai famously rejected the royal succession to pursue his football ambitions due to passion he had for sports.

Peter Rufai Siblings

He grew up with other siblings namely; Gladys, Bruce, Mary, Josephine and Patience.

Peter Rufai Net Worth

As a successful shot-stopper, Peter Rufai’s net worth was estimated to be around from  $200,000 to $500,000 as of July 2025 at the time of his death. He made his money through football and other undisclosed businesses.

Who is Mikaila Rufai?

Mikaila Rufai is a mother of four children and the wife of late goalie Peter Rufai. She is from Lagos State, Nigeria. Despite she is best known for her relationship with Peter, Mikail’s personal and professional details including her career and age are not known on the internet since she lives a private life.

SOURCE: hellovybes.com