Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the passing of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, paying tribute to his contributions to public service, democratic governance and the socio-economic development of Delta State.
In a condolence message personally signed by him, the President paid tribute to the late governor’s dedication to public service, particularly his contributions to improving the welfare of the people and advancing national development.
He acknowledged Uduaghan’s extensive record of public service, recalling his contributions as Delta State Commissioner for Health and Secretary to the State Government before he was elected governor in 2007.
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The Nigerian Leader noted that Uduaghan’s two-term administration, which ended in 2015, represented a significant period in Delta State’s political and developmental history, during which he pursued initiatives aimed at strengthening infrastructure, improving healthcare delivery and enhancing the well-being of residents.
He further recognised the former governor’s continued involvement in the political and socio-economic affairs of Delta State after leaving office, noting that his contributions to democratic governance and public service remained relevant beyond his years in government.
Describing Uduaghan’s death as a profound loss to his family, community, Delta State and Nigeria, President Tinubu urged the people of the state to draw comfort from his legacy of service and the enduring relationships he cultivated across the country’s political and social landscape.
“At this difficult time, I urge the people of Delta State to draw strength from the late governor’s years of service and the enduring relationships he built across the political and social terrain of our country,” he stated.
President Tinubu extended heartfelt condolences to the late governor’s wife, Roli, his children, his cousin and former Delta State Governor, James Ibori, as well as friends, political associates and others whose lives he touched.
He prayed that Almighty God would grant the departed former governor eternal rest and provide strength and comfort to his family and all those mourning his passing.
