The Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has commiserated with the family of his late friend, brother and former Governor of Delta State, His Excellency, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, whose death was announced earlier today, Monday, October 19, 2026.
In a condolence message, Governor Otti described Dr. Uduaghan’s death as painful and devastating.
Recalling the life and times of the former Governor, Dr. Otti described him as an accomplished medical doctor, a statesman and an illustrious son of Delta State who contributed immensely to the development and progress of Delta State in particular and Nigeria in general.
According to the Governor, “This is yet another sad news. Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan was an accomplished medical doctor, an illustrious son of Delta State and a statesman who utilised the leadership opportunity he got to impact his home State and people positively, while contributing to the development of the nation.”
Governor Otti recalled that even though Dr. Uduaghan was sick for quite some time, he had prayed and hoped that he would pull through. Unfortunately, he succumbed to the cold hands of death.
The Abia Chief Executive regretted the loss and called on the Uduaghan family not to question God over their loss, but rather be consoled by the fulfilled and eventful life which the former Governor led which impacted humanity positively.
Finally, Governor Otti, on behalf of his family, the government and people of Abia State, commiserates with the government and people of Delta State and prays that God will grant his soul eternal peace.
Ferdinand Ekeoma
Special Adviser to the Governor
(Media and Publicity)
October 20, 2026
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