Tinubu mourns ex-NDDC boss Cairo Ojougboh
President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of a former Executive Director.Niger Delta Development Commission, Dr Cairo Ojougboh.
A statement by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, on Thursday, Ajuri Ngelale said that Mr Ojougboh died on Wednesday.
Mr Ngelale said that Mr Ojougboh was a member of the House of Representatives (2003-2007) and a leader of the All Progressives Congress in Delta State.
The deceased slumped, and died while watching the semi-final match between the Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana of South Africa.
The presidential aide said that Mr Tinubu condoled with the Ojougboh family and the government and people of Delta over the tragic loss.
He said Tinubu prayed for the repose of the departed, and called on the family to find strength in God as well as in the cherished memories and legacy of the late Ojougboh.
(NAN)
We have recently deactivated our website's comment provider in favour of other channels of distribution and commentary. We encourage you to join the conversation on our stories via our Facebook, Twitter and other social media pages.
More from Peoples Gazette
Politics
Katsina youths pledge to deliver over 2 million votes to Atiku
“Katsina State is Atiku’s political base because it is his second home.”
World
UN appeals for $4.1 billion aid for Sudan, refugee-hosting countries
Recent assessments reveal that two out of three Sudanese lack access to healthcare.
Uncategorized
Nigerians celebrate outgoing UN permanent representative, Muhammad-Bande
Mr Muhammad-Bande served the country in that capacity from 2017 to 2024.
NationWide
Tinubu mourns ex-NDDC boss Cairo Ojougboh
The deceased slumped, and died watching the match between the Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana of South Africa.
Showbiz
Basi and Company actress, Segi, is dead
Dr Shaibu Husseini, disclosed her death in a Facebook post on Monday.
World
Taliban condemns terror attacks in Pakistan
At least 26 people were killed and 45 others injured in Pakistan.
Sport
Loss to Nigeria difficult to accept, says South Africa’s coach
“I think we were the best team in the first half. We got the best chances.’’
