Former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan has died at the age of 71, three days before his 72nd birthday.
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His death was announced by his family in a statement signed by his son, Toju Anire Uduaghan, on behalf of the family. He reportedly died on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026.
The family expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing Uduaghan as a beloved father, brother, uncle and patriarch whose life and service touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
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They said he was a source of strength and a respected elder whose presence would be greatly missed, adding that they would continue to cherish his memories and the legacy he left behind.
Uduaghan held several public offices during his career. He served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and as Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007 before becoming governor in 2007.
He governed Delta State for two terms, from 2007 to 2015. According to his family, his years in public service were marked by efforts towards the state’s human and infrastructural development.
The family described his death as a profound loss to their members, the people of Delta State and Nigeria as a whole.
They expressed gratitude to God for his life and service and prayed for his soul to rest in peace, while seeking comfort for family members, friends, associates, former colleagues and others mourning his death.
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