APC chieftain slumps, dies watching Nigeria-South Africa football clash

February 8, 2024
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A former member of the House of Representatives, who represented the Ika Federal Constituency of Delta State, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, is dead.

Ojougboh, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), was said to have passed away on Wednesday evening while watching the AFCON semifinals match between Nigeria and South Africa.

A source close to the politician said: “Cairo Ojougboh, a medical doctor died during the Nigeria vs South Africa match.

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“The incident happened when the penalty was awarded against Nigeria. Dr. Ojougboh was said to have shouted and slumped due to a massive heart attack when SA scored.”

Though his family is yet to make an official statement as of the time of filing this report, his friends and political associates are already mourning him on social media.

The Super Eagles defeated South Africa 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 score line in regulation time.

Dr. Cairo Ojougboh was a distinguished medical practitioner and seasoned politician. His multifaceted career spanned medicine, politics, and leadership roles in various capacities.

He chaired the Petroleum Resources Committee, and the Ad hoc Committee on EFCC Recoveries, and contributed his expertise to the House Committee on Power, the House Committee on Ethnic & Privileges, and the House Committee on Industries

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