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Former Delta Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan Dies At 71
Former Delta State Governor, Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has died at the age of 71.
Uduaghan, who governed Delta State for two terms between 2007 and 2015, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026, after battling an undisclosed illness for some time.
He has been ill and undergone several brain surgeries
His death occurred just three days before his 72nd birthday, which would have been celebrated on October 22.
The former governor’s death was announced by his family in a statement signed by Toju Anire Uduaghan.
The family expressed deep sorrow over his passing, describing him as a beloved father, brother, uncle and family patriarch whose life and service touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
The statement read, “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 added that his death had left them devastated, noting that he played important roles in their lives and was a source of strength, guidance and support.
They also said his contributions to the family and society would remain part of the legacy he left behind.
Uduaghan was born on October 22, 1954. Before becoming governor, he served as Delta State Commissioner for Health between 1999 and 2003.
He later became Secretary to the Delta State Government, a position he held from 2003 to 2007, before succeeding James Ibori as governor in 2007.
Uduaghan served as governor until 2015, completing two terms in office. His death marks the end of a political career that spanned several years in Delta State.
The family has not disclosed further details regarding his death or funeral arrangements.
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