By John Odhe, YENAGOA
Bayelsa State government and the South-South Governors Forum (SSGF) have extended their condolences to the government and people of Delta State on the passing of a former governor of the state, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan.
They also commiserated with the Uduaghan family, his wife, Deaconess Roli Uduaghan and their children, on the painful loss.
Uduaghan died on Monday, October 19, 2026 aged 71.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Daniel Alabrah, the Bayelsa governor, Senator Douye Diri, who is also chairman of the SSGF, said the state and the South-South governors received the news with a profound sense of sorrow.
They described Uduaghan as an exceptional public servant, who was committed to the transformation of Delta State before, during his time as governor and after he left office.
“On behalf of the government and people of Bayelsa State and the South-South Governors Forum, I extend our deepest condolences to our brother-governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, and the people of Delta State over the death of Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan.
“We also express our heartfelt sympathies to the entire Uduaghan family, his wife and children.
“The late former governor was reputed as an exceptional public servant, a consummate bridge-builder and a gentleman.
“His shining legacies, remarkable leadership and people-centred governance style endeared him to many in Delta State and beyond.”
Diri prayed that the Almighty God comfort the family and the people of Delta State at this moment and grant them the fortitude to bear the loss.
