The family state that Emmanuel Uduaghan, who previously served as governor of Delta State, has died just three days before his 72nd birthday.
A statement signed by Toju Anire Uduaghan on behalf of the family stated that the former governor died on Monday.
“The statement stated that they are now announcing the death and passage to glory of their dearly loved Father, Brother, Uncle and Patriarch, His Excellency Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, former Governor of Delta State, who died in the morning of 19th October 2026.”
We are utterly devastated by his death and cannot find the right words to convey the extent of our sorrow at the loss of a man who was so important to our family and whose life and career made a difference to many people in Delta State and in Nigeria.
He was a person of strength, like a father figure, a dearly loved brother and uncle, and a respected elder. We shall deeply miss having him around and will always treasure the memories and the legacy he leaves us.
From 1999 to 2003, he was Commissioner for Health; from 1999 to 2007, he served as Secretary to the Delta State Government; and from 2003 to 2007, he served as Governor of Delta State. During his time in public office, he showed a commitment to developing both the human and physical infrastructure of Delta State.
The statement stated that Uduaghan’s death was a serious blow to the family, to the people of Delta State, and to Nigeria as a whole.
We owe our gratitude to Almighty God for his life, the service which he rendered, and the legacy that he leaves behind.
The statement also said, “We pray that, out of His infinite mercy, Almighty God will give his soul eternal rest and grant comfort to our family, our friends, our associates, our former colleagues, and all those who are grieved by this severe loss.”
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