Joseph Ladipo
Association football player
About Joseph Ladipo
Lived 1941 – 2013 (aged 71). Joseph Ladipo was a Nigerian association football player and association football coach.
Pa Joseph Ladipo (10 July 1941 – 9 May 2013) was a Nigerian football player and manager.
Career During his playing career, Ladipo played for Shooting Stars until 1973. Upon his retirement, he became the club's assistant manager, before being promoted to the first team coach in 1977. From 1982 to 1988, he was the manager of Leventis United. He then returned to manage Shooting Stars from 1990 to 1992.
Ladipo was the head coach of the Nigeria women's national team at the 2008 Summer Olympics. He also led Nigeria to win the 2007 All-Africa Games, and finished third place at the 2008 African Women's Championship.
Personal life Ladipo was born in Ibadan, and was nicknamed Jossy Lad. He died on 9 May 2013 at his home in Ibadan at the age of 71.
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Who was Joseph Ladipo?
association football player (1941-2013)
When was Joseph Ladipo born?
Joseph Ladipo was born on 10 July 1941 in Ibadan.
When did Joseph Ladipo die?
Joseph Ladipo died on 9 May 2013 in Ibadan.
What was Joseph Ladipo's occupation?
Joseph Ladipo was an association football player and association football coach.
What nationality was Joseph Ladipo?
Joseph Ladipo was Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joseph Ladipo. https://biography.guide/joseph-ladipo/
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