President Bola Tinubu has expressed condolences to the family of former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing his death at 71 as a great loss to Delta State and Nigeria.
Tinubu expressed his condolences in a statement issued by the State House on Monday, October 19, 2026, following news of the former governor’s death at the age of 71.
The President extended his sympathies to the Uduaghan family, the Delta State Government and the people of the state, describing the late politician as a public servant whose leadership was devoted to the development of Delta State and service to Nigeria.
According to the statement, Uduaghan served as Delta State Commissioner for Health and Secretary to the State Government before being elected governor in 2007.
He governed the state for two terms, leaving office in 2015.
Tinubu noted that Uduaghan’s administration pursued development initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, healthcare delivery and the overall welfare of the people of Delta State.
The President also acknowledged the former governor’s continued involvement in the state’s political and socio-economic affairs after leaving office, noting his contributions to democratic governance and public service.
“His passing is a great loss to his family, his community, Delta State, and the nation at large,” the President said in the condolence message.
Tinubu urged the people of Delta State to draw strength from Uduaghan’s years of service and the enduring relationships he built across Nigeria’s political and social landscape.
The President also extended his condolences to Uduaghan’s wife, Roli, his children, his cousin and former Delta State Governor James Ibori, as well as his friends and political associates.
“On behalf of my family, the Government, and the people of Nigeria, I extend my deepest sympathies,” Tinubu said.
He prayed that God would grant the deceased eternal rest and provide comfort to his family and all those mourning his death.
The condolence statement was signed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and dated October 19, 2
