The Delta State Government has declared three days of mourning for former governor Emmanuel Uduaghan, who died on Monday, October 19, 2026, at the age of 71.
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori announced the mourning period following the death of the former governor. He also directed that flags on public buildings across the state be flown at half-mast throughout the period.
The directive was contained in a statement issued on Monday in Asaba by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Kingsley Emu.
Delta Mourns Former Governor Emmanuel Uduaghan
According to the statement, the three-day mourning period took effect on Monday, October 19.
The government’s decision honours Uduaghan, who led Delta State for eight years. He served as governor from May 29, 2007, to May 29, 2015.
His death has prompted tributes to the former governor, who played a major role in the state’s political leadership.
The state government has asked public institutions to observe the half-mast directive throughout the mourning period.
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