Oborevwori Mourns Ex-Delta Governor’s Death

Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has mourned former governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, calling his death a loss to Delta State and Nigeria.

Uduaghan died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, according to a statement issued by his family.

In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Oborevwori expressed sadness over the former governor’s death and described him as “a detribalised leader whose contributions to the development of the state would not be forgotten.”

The governor sympathised with Uduaghan’s wife, Roli, his children, the entire Uduaghan family, the Itsekiri nation, and the people of Delta State over the loss.

Oborevwori recalled Uduaghan’s years in public service, noting that he made significant contributions to infrastructure development in the state.

He described the former governor as a leader who looked beyond ethnic differences and worked for the overall development of Delta State.

Uduaghan served as Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007 before becoming governor in May 2007.

He served two terms as governor and left office in 2015.

Oborevwori said Uduaghan’s years in public service had left a good mark on the state, adding that his death was a loss to Delta and the country at large.

The governor prayed for the peaceful repose of the former governor’s soul and asked God to comfort his wife, children, family members, the Itsekiri nation, and all those grieving his death.
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Oborevwori Mourns Ex-Delta Governor’s Death

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Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has mourned former governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, calling his death a loss to Delta State and Nigeria.

Uduaghan died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71, according to a statement issued by his family.

In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, Oborevwori expressed sadness over the former governor’s death and described him as “a detribalised leader whose contributions to the development of the state would not be forgotten.”

The governor sympathised with Uduaghan’s wife, Roli, his children, the entire Uduaghan family, the Itsekiri nation, and the people of Delta State over the loss.

Oborevwori recalled Uduaghan’s years in public service, noting that he made significant contributions to infrastructure development in the state.

He described the former governor as a leader who looked beyond ethnic differences and worked for the overall development of Delta State.

Uduaghan served as Commissioner for Health from 1999 to 2003 and Secretary to the State Government from 2003 to 2007 before becoming governor in May 2007.

He served two terms as governor and left office in 2015.

Oborevwori said Uduaghan’s years in public service had left a good mark on the state, adding that his death was a loss to Delta and the country at large.

The governor prayed for the peaceful repose of the former governor’s soul and asked God to comfort his wife, children, family members, the Itsekiri nation, and all those grieving his death.
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ADC Suspends Jigawa Chieftain Over Alleged Anti-Party Activities

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The African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Buji Local Government Area of Jigawa State has suspended one of its chieftains, Hon. Aliyu Muhammad Tukur Gantsa, from party activities for 12 months over alleged anti-party activities and violations of party discipline.

‎ The suspension was announced in a statement signed by the party’s Polling Unit Chairman, Ahmad Garba, on Monday.

The statement said the decision followed concerns relating to party discipline, internal unity and compliance with established party procedures.

It added that the suspension was approved by the ADC Ward Executive Committee on October 5, 2026, and the Local Government Working Committee on October 16, 2026.

‎Among the allegations against Gantsa were engaging in public anti-party activities and openly declaring allegiance to an aspirant who lost the party’s primary election, actions the party said undermined its officially nominated candidates and electoral interests.
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‎During the suspension period, Gantsa is barred from attending or participating in ADC meetings, rallies, caucuses, and other official gatherings at the polling unit, ward, local government, state, and national levels.

‎He is also prohibited from representing the party in public, political, legal or media engagements, as well as exercising rights and functions associated with his party membership or any position held within the ADC.
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‎However, the statement said Gantsa could appeal the decision by submitting a formal written appeal to the Ward Executive Committee or Local Government Executive Committee within 14 days of receiving the suspension notice.