Former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has died at the age of 71 after a period of illness.
Uduaghan reportedly died on the morning of Monday, October 19, 2026, at a hospital in Abuja, according to reports citing family sources. His death was announced in a statement signed by his son, Toju Anire Uduaghan, on behalf of the family.
In the statement, the family expressed profound grief over his passing, describing him as a beloved father, brother, uncle and respected patriarch whose life and public service touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
The family said his death was an immeasurable loss and expressed gratitude for his life and contributions to public service. They also prayed for comfort for relatives, friends, associates and former colleagues mourning his death.
Born on October 22, 1954, Uduaghan was a medical doctor before venturing into politics. He served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and later as Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007 under the administration of former Governor James Ibori.
He became governor of Delta State in May 2007 and was re-elected in 2011, serving two consecutive terms until May 2015. During his time in office, his administration pursued human and infrastructural development initiatives across the state.
After leaving office, Uduaghan remained involved in political affairs. He was initially associated with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), later joined the All Progressives Congress (APC) in 2018, and returned to the PDP in 2020.
His death has prompted condolences from political leaders and other public figures. Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori expressed sadness over the loss, extending his sympathies to Uduaghan’s wife, Roli, his children, the wider family, the Itsekiri nation and the people of Delta State.
Oborevwori described the late former governor as a leader whose contributions to the state’s development would be remembered, highlighting his years in public service and efforts to promote development across ethnic communities.
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