Former Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, is dead.
The Uduaghan family announced his death in a statement, saying the former governor passed away on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026.
The family described his death as a devastating loss, mourning him as a beloved father, brother, uncle and patriarch whose life and service touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
A close associate to the late Governor who do not want the name on print also confirmed the announcement to The Story via a text message
Uduaghan, who governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015, held several strategic positions in the state government before becoming governor.
He served as Commissioner for Health between 1999 and 2003 and later as Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007.
During his years in public office, he contributed to the administration of the state, with the family noting his commitment to human and infrastructural development.
The family said his death was a profound loss not only to his relatives but also to the people of Delta State and Nigeria at large.
While expressing gratitude to God for his life and legacy, the family prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul and divine comfort for those mourning him.
The announcement was signed by **the Uduaghan family**.
Further details surrounding his death and funeral arrangements were not contained in the announcement.
See the announcement below 👇
ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE PASSING OF HIS EXCELLENCY, DR. CHIEF EMMANUEL EWETA UDUAGHAN
It is with hearts weighed down by immeasurable grief and profound sorrow that we announce the passing to glory of our beloved Father, Brother, Uncle, and Patriarch, His Excellency, Dr. Chief Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, former Governor of Delta State, who departed this world on the morning of 19th October 2026.
His passing has left us devastated. Words can hardly express the depth of our sorrow at the loss of a man who meant so much to our family and whose life and service touched countless others across Delta State and Nigeria.
He was a source of strength, a father figure, a beloved brother and uncle, and a respected elder. We will deeply miss his presence and forever cherish the memories and legacy he leaves behind.
He served as Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003, Secretary to the Delta State Government from 2003 to 2007, and Governor of Delta State from 2007 to 2015. Throughout his years in public service, he demonstrated a commitment to the human and infrastructural development of Delta State.
His passing is a profound loss to our family, the people of Delta State, and Nigeria at large. We are grateful to Almighty God for his life, his service, and the legacy he leaves behind.
We pray that Almighty God, in His infinite mercy, will grant his soul eternal rest and comfort our family, friends, associates, former colleagues, and all who mourn this painful loss.
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.
May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.
Signed: The Uduaghan Family
