Emmanuel Uduaghan, a former governor of Delta State, is dead.
Naijaonpoint gathered that Uduaghan died in the early hours of Monday, October 19, 2026.
He was aged 71.
In a statement annoucing his death, Toju Uduaghan, a member of the family described the late former governor as a beloved father, brother, uncle and patriarch whose contributions to Delta State and Nigeria would remain memorable.
According to him “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.
“Uduaghan served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007 before becoming governor in 2007.
“During his eight years as governor, he pursued human and infrastructural development across the state.
“Your memory will forever remain in our hearts, and your legacy will endure in the lives of those you touched,” the statement added.