Senator Ede Dafinone, representing Delta Central Senatorial District, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing his passing as a great loss to Delta State and Nigeria.
Uduaghan reportedly died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71.
In a condolence statement issued on Monday, Dafinone described the former governor as a distinguished statesman and dedicated public servant whose contributions to the development of Delta State would remain indelible.
The senator noted that Uduaghan’s years in public service, including his tenure as Commissioner for Health, Secretary to the State Government and two-term governor, reflected his commitment to governance and the development of the state.
According to Dafinone, the late former governor would be remembered for his inclusive leadership, infrastructural development and efforts to promote unity and peaceful coexistence among Delta State’s diverse ethnic groups.
He added that Uduaghan’s legacy of service transcended political and ethnic boundaries, underscoring his contributions to the state’s political and developmental history.
Dafinone, on behalf of his family and the people of Delta Central Senatorial District, extended his condolences to Uduaghan’s wife, Deaconess Roli Uduaghan, his children and the entire Uduaghan family.
He also commiserated with Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the Delta State Government and the Itsekiri nation over the loss.
The senator prayed that Almighty God would grant the bereaved family and the people of Delta State the strength to endure the loss and grant the deceased eternal rest.
Uduaghan’s death marks the passing of a former state leader whose political career spanned several key positions in Delta State’s administration, culminating in his two-term tenure as governor.
