Emmanuel Uduaghan, former Delta Governor, dies at 71
Emmanuel Uduaghan, the former Governor of Delta State, died on Monday at the age of 71, as confirmed by a statement from his family. He was set to turn 72 on October 22.
Oma Djebah, a former Nigerian Ambassador to Thailand and two-time Delta State Commissioner for Information, expressed deep sorrow over Uduaghan's passing, calling it a significant loss for both Delta State and Nigeria. Djebah praised Uduaghan for his contributions to peace and security in the Niger Delta, as well as his focus on human capital and infrastructure development during his tenure.
Uduaghan served as Delta State Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003, Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007, and was elected governor in 2007, serving until 2015. His administration emphasized healthcare, infrastructure, and the "Delta Beyond Oil" initiative.
Djebah extended condolences to Uduaghan's family and the people of Delta State, praying for strength in their time of loss.
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