A former Executive Director of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Cairo Ojougboh, is dead.

A family source, who confirmed his death to Channels Television, said he slumped in his Abuja office while watching the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final match between Nigeria and South Africa on Wednesday.

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

Meanwhile, president Bola Tinubu has sent a condolence message to the family of the former NDDC Executive Director.

In a statement by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu prayed for the peaceful repose of the departed. The President also comforted his family members and urged them to find strength and hope in God Almighty, who presides over the affairs of men, as well as in the cherished memories and legacy of the late chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Ojougboh was a member of the House of Representatives (2003-2007) and a leader of the APC in Delta State.