Akpabio Mourns Uduaghan's Passing, Calls It a Major Loss

Dr. Godswill Obot Akpabio, the Chairman of the National Assembly and President of the Senate, expressed profound shock and sadness over the death of former Delta State Governor Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan. Akpabio described Uduaghan's passing as a great loss to Nigeria, the Niger Delta region, and the political landscape of the country.

Uduaghan died at the age of 71, just three days before his 72nd birthday. Akpabio recalled their years of service as governors, noting that Uduaghan governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015.

He praised Uduaghan as a distinguished medical doctor and committed statesman whose contributions to governance, democracy, and national development would remain indelible. Akpabio highlighted Uduaghan's significant achievements in infrastructure, healthcare delivery, and human capital development.

He extended heartfelt condolences to Uduaghan's family, particularly his widow, Mrs. Roli Uduaghan, and the people of Delta State and the Niger Delta region.