The Uduaghan family has announced the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, who reportedly passed away on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026 two days to his 72 birthday.
The family announced his passing in a statement expressing profound grief over the loss of their beloved father, brother, uncle and patriarch.
Describing his death as a devastating loss, the family said Uduaghan was a source of strength, a father figure and a respected elder whose life and service touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
The statement also highlighted his contributions to public service, noting that he served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003, Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007, and Governor of the state from 2007 to 2015.
According to the family, Uduaghan demonstrated a commitment to the human and infrastructural development of Delta State throughout his years in public office.
The family expressed gratitude to Almighty God for his life, service and enduring legacy, while praying for divine comfort for relatives, friends, associates, former colleagues and others mourning his death.
“His passing is a profound loss to our family, the people of Delta State, and Nigeria at large,” the statement said.
The family further expressed hope that his contributions and the memories he left behind would continue to inspire those whose lives he touched.
They prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul, concluding the announcement with a tribute to the late patriarch.
“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,” the statement read.
The announcement was signed by the Uduaghan family.
