A former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has died at the age of 71.
Uduaghan died after a brief illness on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026, according to a statement issued by his family and signed by Toju Andre Uduaghan.
The statement, titled “Announcement of the Passing of His Excellency, Dr Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan,” described his death as a profound loss to the family, Delta State and Nigeria.
The family said Uduaghan was a source of strength and a respected elder whose life and public service touched many people across the state and the country.
Uduaghan served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007 before becoming governor in 2007.
He governed the state for two consecutive terms, leaving office in 2015.
The family said he remained committed to the human and infrastructural development of Delta State throughout his years in public service.
It also expressed gratitude for his life and legacy, while praying for God to grant him eternal rest and comfort those mourning his death.
“Your memory will forever remain in our hearts, and your legacy will endure in the lives of those you touched,” the statement said.
The family did not announce burial arrangements in the statement.
