Former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has died, his family has announced.
Uduaghan, who led Delta State between 2007 and 2015, reportedly died on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026.
His death was announced in a statement issued by the family and signed by Toju Anire Uduaghan, who described the development as a devastating loss to the family and the wider community.
The statement said the former governor was a beloved father, brother, uncle and family patriarch whose life and service had touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
“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 19th October 2026,” the family said.
Expressing their grief, the family said his death had created an irreplaceable void, noting that his influence extended beyond his immediate relatives.
“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,” the statement added.
Uduaghan had a long career in public service before emerging as governor in 2007.
He served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 before becoming Secretary to the State Government, a position he held from 2003 to 2007.
He succeeded in becoming governor in 2007 and secured re-election for a second term, remaining in office until 2015.
In its tribute, the family said Uduaghan devoted his years in public service to human and infrastructural development, describing his contributions as part of the legacy he left behind.
The family further described his death as a major loss to Delta State and Nigeria, expressing gratitude to God for his life and service.
“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 legacy he leaves behind,” the statement said.
It also offered prayers for the repose of his soul and for strength for those mourning him, including relatives, friends, associates and former colleagues.
“We pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, will grant his soul eternal rest and comfort our family, friends, associates, former colleagues, and all who mourn this painful loss,” the statement added.
The family concluded its message with a promise to preserve his memory, expressing confidence that his legacy would endure through the lives he touched.
“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 Asamaigor,” it stated.
The cause of death was not disclosed, while details of the funeral arrangements were yet to be announced as of the time of filing this report.
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