A former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan is dead.
He died after a short sickness on the age of 71.
The Uduaghan household introduced his demise in a press release signed by Toju Andre Uduaghan, on Monday.
The assertion, titled, ‘ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE PASSING OF HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. CHIEF EMMANUEL EWETA UDUAGHAN’, learn:
“It is with hearts weighed down by immeasurable grief and profound sorrow that we announce the passing to glory of our beloved Father, Brother, Uncle, and Patriarch, His Excellency, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, former Governor of Delta State, who departed this world on the morning of nineteenth October 2026.
“His passing has left us devastated. Words can hardly specific the depth of our sorrow on the lack of a person who meant a lot to our household and whose life and repair touched numerous others throughout Delta State and Nigeria.
“He was a supply of energy, a father determine, a beloved brother and uncle, and a revered elder. We will deeply miss his presence and endlessly cherish the reminiscences and legacy he leaves behind.
“He served as Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003, Secretary to the Delta State Government from 2003 to 2007, and Governor of Delta State from 2007 to 2015. Throughout his years in public service, he demonstrated a dedication to the human and infrastructural improvement of Delta State.
“His passing is a profound loss to our household, the individuals of Delta State, and Nigeria at giant. We are grateful to Almighty God for his life, his service, and the legacy he leaves behind.
“We pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, will grant his soul everlasting relaxation and luxury our household, pals, associates, former colleagues, and all who mourn this painful loss.
“Rest nicely, our beloved Father, Brother, and Uncle. Your reminiscence will endlessly stay in our hearts, and your legacy will endure within the lives of these you touched.
“May your light soul relaxation in good peace. Amen.”
