Reactions have trailed the death of Issa Hayatou, former President of the Confederation of African Football.

Hayatou reportedly died on Thursday, August 8, 2024, in Paris, France at the age of 77, according to Cameroon Concord who cited CAF sources.

The Cameroonian served as CAF President from 1998 to 2017 when he was replaced by Ahmad Ahmad from Madagascar.

At the FIFA level, he held various roles, including interim president, vice president, and a member of the Executive Council of FIFA.

"We have lost a remarkable leader, a man who devoted his life to the advancement of football in Africa," a CAF spokesperson remarked, as quoted by Cameroon Concord.

"His legacy will continue to inspire us as we strive to further develop the sport on the continent."

His death generated several reactions on social media

29 years in office ya no Hayatou must really be tired

— TheDon (@KutuDave) August 8, 2024

The one who ruined our African football

— Lutendo (@ManimoDj) August 9, 2024

RIP TO the man who delayed the progress of African football for 29 years.I hope Pele and Maradona will make you a ball boy for eternity when you meet up there

— Mshengu Wa MuTsonga (@LevingoVincent) August 8, 2024

And he held African football back. May his soul rest in peace.

— Gazankulu (@Makulankondzo18) August 8, 2024

Death is not nice.
With that being said,his legacy is mixed.
Held African Football back.

— Simphiwe Njotini (@SNjotini) August 8, 2024