Otti Commiserates With Uduaghan Family, Delta Over Ex-Governor’s Death

UMUAHIA — Abia State Governor Alex Otti has commiserated with the family of former Governor of Delta State, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, over his death.

Uduaghan’s death was announced on Monday, October 19, 2026.

In a condolence message signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ferdinand Ekeoma, Otti described his death as painful and devastating.

“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,” the Governor said.

Otti described the late former Governor as his friend and brother, noting that he was an accomplished medical doctor and statesman who contributed immensely to the development of Delta State and Nigeria.

The Governor recalled that even though Uduaghan was sick for some time, he had prayed and hoped he would pull through.

“Unfortunately, he succumbed to the cold hands of death,” Otti said.

He urged the Uduaghan family not to question God over his loss, but be consoled by the fulfilled and eventful life the former Governor led which impacted humanity positively.

“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,” statement added.