Nesiama, currently representing the coaches and technical officials on the board of the AFN, is a well-respected and experienced international technical official.
Mr Obi described the late Chukwu as one of the nation’s greatest sports icon.
Mr Umeh insisted that the club would continue to fight for continental position.
Mr Chukwu, 74, died on Saturday after a period of illness.
Mr Onyedika said that the late Chukwu was irreplaceable.
Chukwu was Nigeria’s first captain to lift the Africa Nations’ Cup, leading Nigeria to a 3-0 win over Algeria in 1980.
Umeh stated this while speaking with journalists in Aba on Saturday, saying the club still has six games to prove their worth.
Tinubu eulogised Chukwu for a career defined by passion, discipline and commitment to national pride.
The NSC DG extended heartfelt condolences to the family of Chukwu and the entire Nigerian football community.
Chukwu was affectionately known as “Mr Chairman” throughout his playing and coaching career.
