According to a report published by Veracity Desk on Monday, 19 October 2026, Uduaghan passed away on the morning of the same day. His death was announced in a family statement signed by Toju Anire Uduaghan.
The family described his passing as a profound loss, noting that his life and service had touched many people across Delta State and Nigeria.
In their tribute, the family remembered him as a source of strength, a father figure, a beloved brother and uncle, and a respected elder whose presence would be deeply missed.
Before becoming governor, Uduaghan served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and later as Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007.
He became governor in 2007 and served until 2015, completing two terms in office. During his administration, he pursued human and infrastructural development across the state.
The family expressed gratitude to God for his life and service, while praying for comfort and strength for his relatives, friends, associates and others mourning his passing.
They also paid tribute to the legacy he leaves behind, expressing hope that his memory would endure in the lives of those he touched.
THE NATIONAL PATRIOTS AND HEADLINENEWS.NEWS MOURN FORMER DELTA STATE GOVERNOR, DR. EMMANUEL UDUAGHAN
“Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord from henceforth: Yea, saith the Spirit, that they may rest from their labours; and their works do follow them.”
— Revelation 14:13 (KJV)
The National Patriots and the Management and Editorial Team of Headlinenews.News extend their deepest and heartfelt condolences to the immediate and extended family of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, and to the government and good people of Delta State on the passing of their illustrious son, beloved father, distinguished leader and respected elder statesman.
His departure marks the end of an important chapter in the political history of Delta State. As a medical doctor who answered the call to public service, Dr. Uduaghan dedicated many years of his life to governance, leadership and the advancement of his people.
While death remains an inevitable passage of life, the true measure of a person’s earthly journey lies in the lives touched, the service rendered and the legacy left behind. His contributions to public service and the development of Delta State will remain part of the state’s political history.
As his family, friends, political associates and the people of Delta State mourn this painful loss, we join them in celebrating a life of service and pray that Almighty God grants them the strength, courage and fortitude to bear this profound bereavement.
May Almighty God forgive his shortcomings, reward his good deeds, comfort his loved ones and grant his gentle soul eternal rest in perfect peace.
May his legacy endure, and may his family find consolation in the cherished memories of a life devoted to service.
Rest in eternal peace, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan. Amen.
Princess Gloria Adebajo-Fraser MFR
For: THE NATIONAL PATRIOTS AND THE MANAGEMENT & EDITORIAL TEAM OF HEADLINENEWS.NEWS
