Orodje of Okpe Mourns Former Governor Uduaghan, Says Delta Has Lost a Distinguished Statesman
—– Monarch Extends Condolences to Uduaghan’s Family, Warri Kingdom
By Wilson Macaulay
OREROKPE, Delta State
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The Orodje of Okpe Kingdom, HRM Major General Felix A. Mujakperuo (Rtd.), CFR, mni, has expressed profound sorrow over the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, describing his passing as a painful loss to Delta State and Nigeria.
The revered monarch, in a condolence message dated October 21, 2026, said Uduaghan’s death had robbed the state and the country of a former public servant whose years of service formed a significant chapter in Delta State’s political and historical development.
Speaking on behalf of the royal family, Udogun Okpe, the Okpe Traditional Council and the peace-loving people of Okpe Kingdom, the monarch said the news of the former governor’s demise had left him with a deep sense of loss.
DR Emmanuel Uduaghan served Delta State in several capacities, including Commissioner for Health, Secretary to the State Government and Governor between 2007 and 2015.
The Orodje noted that the former governor’s years in public office constituted an important part of the state’s political history, adding that his contributions would remain in the collective memory of the people.
The monarch also extended heartfelt condolences to Uduaghan’s wife, children and the entire Uduaghan family, as well as the Olu of Warri, His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, CFR, and other relations and associates mourning the former governor.
He prayed that Almighty God would grant the bereaved family the strength, courage and fortitude to withstand what he described as an irreparable loss.
The Orodje further prayed for the peaceful repose of the departed former governor’s soul, committing him to the mercy of God.
DemocracyNewslineNewspaper October 23rd, 2026
