The family of former Delta State Governor, Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, has announced his passing Monday morning, aged 71.
In a statement signed by Toju Anire Uduaghan on behalf of the family, Emmanuel Uduaghan passing was described as a painful loss to the family, the people of Delta State and Nigeria at large.
It adds, the family expressed profound grief over the death of the former governor, whose life and public service touched many people across the state and the country.
Uduaghan served as Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003, Secretary to the Delta State Government from 2003 to 2007, and Governor of Delta State from 2007 to 2015.
During his years in public service, he was recognised for his contributions to the human and infrastructural development of Delta State.
The family said late Uduaghan was a source of strength, a father figure, a beloved brother and uncle, and a respected elder whose memory and legacy would remain cherished.
It prayed Almighty God grant his soul eternal rest and comfort the family, friends, associates, former colleagues and all those mourning his passing.
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