Former Delta State Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan Passes Away at 71

Emmanuel Uduaghan, the former Governor of Delta State, died on October 19, 2026, in a hospital in Abuja. A family member confirmed that he passed away after a period of illness.

Uduaghan was a medical doctor and held various public roles in Delta State before becoming governor. He served as the Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and as Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007. He was governor from 2007 to 2015, completing two terms.

After his time in office, Uduaghan remained involved in both Delta State and national politics. As of now, the Delta State Government has not released an official statement regarding his death.

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori expressed his sadness over Uduaghan’s passing. He described Uduaghan as a leader who transcended ethnic differences and made significant contributions to the state’s development. In a message of condolence, Oborevwori extended his sympathies to Uduaghan’s wife, Roli, their children, and the entire Uduaghan family.

Oborevwori highlighted Uduaghan’s impact on infrastructure and overall development in Delta State. He noted that Uduaghan’s years of public service left a lasting mark on the state and that his death is a loss for both Delta State and Nigeria. Uduaghan was 71 years old.