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ASABA — A cloud of profound sorrow has settled over the Delta State Government House as Dr. Ifeanyi Michael Osuoza, the Honourable Commissioner for Special Duties, mourns the passing of his former boss and former Governor of Delta State, His Excellency Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON.

Dr. Uduaghan peacefully departed this world on Monday, 19th October 2026, at the age of 71, just three days shy of his 72nd birthday.

In a deeply emotional tribute released to the press, Dr. Osuoza reflected on the rare privilege of serving under the late statesman as Commissioner for Special Duties (Project Monitoring). For Osuoza, working alongside Uduaghan was more than just a political appointment; it was an education in selfless leadership and genuine humanity.

“Dr. Uduaghan was a good man, a compassionate leader, a consummate administrator, and a statesman whose humility, humanity, and dedication to public service were remarkable,” Osuoza stated, his words echoing the deep affection felt by many who knew the former governor.

Osuoza fondly remembered his former boss’s visionary approach to governance. He noted that Uduaghan’s pioneering “Delta Beyond Oil” initiative, alongside his unwavering commitment to infrastructural development, accessible healthcare delivery, and peaceful coexistence, will remain enduring chapters of his administration’s legacy.

The Commissioner described the loss as profoundly painful, acknowledging that it is not just a loss for the state, but a deeply personal one for the countless lives Uduaghan touched with his gentle nature.

Amidst the grief, Osuoza extended his heartfelt condolences to the late governor’s beloved wife, Deaconess Roli Uduaghan, his children, and the entire Uduaghan family, as well as the good people of Delta State.

In a touching conclusion to his tribute, Osuoza offered a final, poignant farewell to the man who shaped his own public service journey:

“Farewell, my former boss! You came, you served, and you left your footprints on the sands of time. May Almighty God grant your gentle soul eternal repose. Amen!”

As Delta State mourns the exit of a good man, the legacy of Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan will undoubtedly continue to resonate in the lives he touched and the foundations he laid.