The deputy bursar of Kwara State University Malete, Alhaji Ayuba Abdullahi, passed suddenly on Wednesday night while he was watching South Africa and Nigeria play in the current AFCON semi-final.
On penalties, Nigeria overcame South Africa 4-3 after regular and extra time tied 1-1.
Close relatives of the deceased, who spoke on condition of anonymity, claimed that before feeling anxious, Abdullahi had gone to a sports centre in the Sango area.
“The Deputy Bursar watched the South Africa vs. Nigeria game from the start of extra time until it was penalty kick time”, one of the sources claimed.
He claimed he felt dizzy and had to go back home to unwind, not realizing that his blood pressure had gone up.
He was brought to a private hospital in Sango after passing out at home, and then to the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital. But before he could receive medical attention, he passed away.
“He was buried by Islamic rites on Thursday morning.”
The University’s head of information, Dr. Saedat Aliyu, confirmed Abdullahi’s demise.
The cause of death has not yet been established, according to Aliyu, but the administration of the university has.
Indeed, he did die last night. He was well and energetic on Wednesday at work. Her words were, “May Almighty Allah grant him Aljanah Firdaus.”
The organization released a statement announcing the passing of Mr. Ayuba Olaitan Abdullahi of the bursary department.
The bones of Janazah will be interred at the Hausa Muslim cemetery in the Apata Yakuba suburb of Oyun, Ilorin, at nine in the morning. Janazah is slated for this morning.
In addition, while she was watching the Eagles play, Dr. Cairo Ojougboh, a former Delta State federal senator, passed suddenly.
A source close to the politician said, “Cairo Ojougboh, a medical doctor, died during the Nigeria vs. South Africa match.”
“The incident took place when Nigeria was given a penalty. “Dr. Ojougboh reportedly suffered a severe heart attack and fell when SA scored”.
It was also reported that an Adamawa State National Youth Service Corps participant died during the game.
The Nation reports that the Kaduna State corps member, simply known as Samuel, is believed to have passed away shortly before the game-winning kick that won Nigeria the win.
Source: Allschoolabs,Nairaland
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