19/10/2026
DELTA EVENT TV NEWS
MULADE SHERIFF MOURNS EX-GOVERNOR UDUAGHAN, HAILS LEGACY OF PEACE, DEVELOPMENT
Warri, Delta State | October 19, 2026
Comrade Mulade Sheriff, PhD, National Democratic Party (NDP) candidate for Warri Federal Constituency and Coordinator of the Centre for Peace and Environmental Justice (CEPEJ), has expressed profound sorrow over the reported passing of former Delta State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON, describing his death as a monumental loss to Delta State, the Itsekiri Nation, the Niger Delta and Nigeria.
In a condolence statement issued on behalf of CEPEJâs Board of Trustees, management, staff and volunteers, as well as the peace-loving people of Warri Federal Constituency, Mulade described the late former governor as a statesman, political colossus and father figure whose contributions to governance, peacebuilding and human development would remain indelible.
Uduaghan, who governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015, was fondly known as the âTalk and Do Governorâ in recognition of his administrationâs emphasis on infrastructure, healthcare, education and economic diversification.
A LEGACY OF SERVICE AND DEVELOPMENT
Mulade recalled Uduaghanâs professional journey as a medical doctor before his entry into public service, where he served as Commissioner for Health and Secretary to the Delta State Government before becoming governor.
He highlighted the former governorâs Three-Point Agenda of Peace and Security, Human Capital Development, and Infrastructure Development, alongside the Delta Beyond Oil initiative, which sought to broaden the stateâs economic base beyond crude oil.
According to Mulade, Uduaghanâs administration made significant contributions to healthcare delivery, including free maternal healthcare and healthcare services for children under five, as well as investments in education and infrastructure.
He also praised the late governorâs role in promoting peace and stability in the Niger Delta, noting that constructive engagement with stakeholders and youth groups remained essential to sustainable development in the region.
CEPEJ MOURNS A PEACE ADVOCATE
The CEPEJ coordinator described Uduaghan as a leader who maintained an open-door approach to civil society organisations and youth groups and supported advocacy for peace and environmental justice in the Niger Delta.
âHis passing is not just the loss of a former governor; it is the fall of an Iroko whose experience, leadership and contributions touched countless lives,â Mulade stated in his tribute.
CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY AND DELTA STATE
Mulade extended his condolences to the late governorâs wife, Her Excellency, Deaconess Roli Nere Uduaghan; his children; Chief James Onanefe Ibori; Governor Sheriff Oborevwori; the Uduaghan Royal Family of Abigborodo; and the entire Itsekiri Nation.
He prayed that Almighty God would grant the departed statesman eternal rest and give his family, friends and the people of Delta State the strength to bear the loss.
âGoodnight, Your Excellency. Goodnight, the Talk and Do Governor. Goodnight, Ewo of Warri Kingdom. Adieu!â
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