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Emmanuel Uduaghan: Legacy Of An Egalitarian Democrat

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By Chike Ogeah, Esq.   He would have been 72 today. But three days before his birthday, the Most High called him to His eternal home.   For the people of Delta State, whose lives he touched during his tenure as governor from 2007 to 2015, this is a moment to celebrate a life of service, a heart of compassion and a legacy woven into the story of the state.   We honour not merely the years he lived, but the lives he touched, the communities he served and the…

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Umeh Community In Isoko, Declares Friday Mourning Day For Uduaghan, Bans Trading, Farming

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  The Regent-elect of Umeh Kingdom in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State, HRH Meshack Rockson Owhe, has declared Friday, October 23, a day of mourning in honour of the late former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Ewetan Uduaghan.   Owhe, who announced the decision in a condolence tribute on behalf of the people of Umeh, said the community would suspend trading, farming and all ceremonies from dawn to dusk in recognition of Uduaghan’s contributions to its development.   He described the late former governor, who died…

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Oborevwori Mourns Uduaghan, Says Delta Won’t Forget His Legacies

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    Delta State Governor, Rt Hon Sheriff Oborevwori, has described the late former governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, as an exceptional leader whose contributions to the development of the state would remain indelible.   Oborevwori spoke during a condolence visit to the family of the deceased former governor, who died on Monday at the age of 71.   The governor, accompanied by his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, and top government functionaries, commiserated with Uduaghan’s widow, Mrs Roli Uduaghan, and other members of the family.   He said the widespread…

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Akpodiete Mourns Uduaghan, Hails Him As Friend Of The Press

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…Recalls ex-governor’s humility, monthly media briefings, transport initiatives   Professor Alexander Akpodiete, JD, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing him as a humble, accessible leader and a great friend of the press whose relationship with journalists and commitment to public communication remain memorable.   Akpodiete, in a condolence message, lamented the passing of the former governor, whom he said he personally liked and respected for his disposition towards the media and his interactions with ordinary people.   Reacting to…

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Dafinone Mourns Uduaghan, Says Delta Has Lost a Distinguished Statesman

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…Extols Ex-Governor’s Legacy of Service, Inclusive Leadership   Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Ede Dafinone, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing his passing as a monumental loss to Delta State and Nigeria. Dafinone, in a condolence message issued following Uduaghan’s death on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, said the former governor would be remembered for his contributions to the development of Delta State and his commitment to public service. The senator noted that…

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Uduaghan Built People, Not Just Infrastructure — Joel-Onowakpo

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Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, representing Delta South Senatorial District, has mourned former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing him as a political father and mentor whose influence shaped his public service career. In a condolence message titled “Oh Asamaigor: Mourning the Departure of My Father, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan,” the senator said Uduaghan’s death was a personal loss and a major blow to Delta State, the Isoko nation and Nigeria. According to a family statement signed by Toju Anire Uduaghan, the former governor died on the morning of Monday, October…

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 Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan Was A Detribalised Leader -Oborevwori

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    Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has expressed sadness over the death of former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, describing him as a detribalised leader whose contributions to the development of the state would not be forgotten.   Uduaghan died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, according to a statement issued by his family.   In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Oborevwori sympathised with the late governor’s wife, Roli, his children, the entire Uduaghan family, the…

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Sen Dafinone Eulogies Uduaghan At 71

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Delta Central Senator, Sen Ede Dafinone has eulogiesed former Governor of Delta State, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan as he clocks 71 of age.   The Senator in his birthday message to Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan as Governor who laid a foundation of economic stability and a landmark health care services to Deltans.   According to Sen Dafinone, ‘I wish to extend my felicitations to the former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, on the joyous occasion of his 71st birthday.   “Your tenure as Governor laid significant groundwork…

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Ibori, Uduaghan, Edevbie, 52 Others Shun PDP Campaign Council Inauguration

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  The crisis rocking the Delta State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP is far from over as the party’s National Leader, Chief James Ibori, the immediate past governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, Principal Secretary to late President Musa Yar’Adua and other party’s bigwigs today shunned the inauguration of Delta State PDP Campaign Management Committee. It was visibly clear that other notable party chieftains that snubbed the inauguration of the campaign council to support the governorship aspiration of Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori were the inactive lawmaker representing Delta South Senatorial…

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Delta At 31: A Bright Future Awaits Delta-Edevbie

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Delta State PDP Governorship candidate, Olorogun David Edevbie has enjoined Deltans to redefine its capacity for productivity, commercial success and economic prosperity as the state clocks 31 since ot creation.   Edevbie in his goodwill message on Delta at 31 commended the sagacity of the previous administrations since 1991 to date He said, “On this occasion of the 31st anniversary of the creation of our dear state, I am especially delighted to join all Deltans in celebration. “From its creation in 1991 and into the current democratic dispensation in 1999…

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