Former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, who governed the oil-rich state from 2007 to 2015, has died. He was 71.
According to a family statement, Uduaghan passed away on Monday morning following a brief illness.
The announcement, titled *”Announcement of the Passing of His Excellency, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan,”* was signed by Toju Andre Uduaghan on behalf of the family.
“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 October 19, 2026,” the statement read.
“His passing has left us devastated. Words can hardly express the depth of our sorrow at the loss of a man who meant so much to our family and whose life and service touched countless others across Delta State and Nigeria.
“He was a source of strength, a father figure, a beloved brother and uncle, and a respected elder. We will deeply miss his presence and forever cherish the memories and legacy he leaves behind.
“Dr. Uduaghan served as Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003, Secretary to the Delta State Government from 2003 to 2007, and subsequently as Governor of Delta State from 2007 to 2015. Throughout his years in public service, he demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the human and infrastructural development of Delta State.
“His passing is a profound loss to our family, the people of Delta State, and Nigeria at large. We are grateful to Almighty God for his life, his service, and the enduring legacy he leaves behind.
“We pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, grants his soul eternal rest and comforts our family, friends, associates, former colleagues, and all who mourn this painful loss.
“Rest well, our beloved father, brother, and uncle. Your memory will forever remain in our hearts, and your legacy will endure in the lives of those you touched. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
