{"id":34130,"date":"2026-10-21T03:02:32","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T03:02:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=34130"},"modified":"2026-10-21T03:02:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-21T03:02:32","slug":"oborevwori-wife-top-government-functionaries-pay-condolence-visit-to-uduaghans-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=34130","title":{"rendered":"Oborevwori, Wife, Top government Functionaries Pay Condolence Visit To Uduaghan\u2019s Family"},"content":{"rendered":"
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has visited the family of former Governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan, CON to offer his condolences, following the death of the former governor on Monday at the age of 71.Oborevwori, who was accompanied by his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, and top government functionaries, described the late Uduaghan as a great leader whose contributions to the development of Delta State would remain indelible.<\/p>\n

The governor had earlier joined family members and other dignitaries, including Uduaghan\u2019s daughter, Orode, and former President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, to receive the former governor\u2019s remains at Osubi Airport.<\/p>\n

Speaking during the condolence visit to Uduaghan\u2019s widow, Mrs Roli Uduaghan and family members, Oborevwori said the outpouring of grief and the large number of people who gathered to mourn the former governor reflected the impact he had made on many lives.<\/p>\n

He recalled his relationship with the deceased, describing him as his former boss and a man who played a significant role in his political journey.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe was my boss. He gave me the highest political appointment, Special Adviser, in 2007. That is something that really touches my heart. You are all aware that he supported me throughout this journey,\u201d the governor said.<\/p>\n

Oborevwori described Uduaghan as a calm, articulate and thoughtful leader who made significant contributions to the development of the state.<\/p>\n

According to him, the number of people who turned out to receive the late governor\u2019s remains and those who visited his family was evidence of the lives he had touched through public service and political appointments.<\/p>\n

The governor particularly commended Uduaghan for building the Asaba International Airport, noting that the Airport has become one of the deceased former Governor\u2019s legacies and an enduring asset to the state.<\/p>\n

He said Uduaghan\u2019s decision to build development projects beyond narrow ethnic considerations demonstrated his commitment to the overall progress of Delta State.<\/p>\n

Oborevwori said his administration would continue to recognise and preserve worthy projects inherited from previous administrations.<\/p>\n

He cited the ongoing modification of the Effurun Roundabout Flyover as examples of the need to sustain existing infrastructure while making improvements where necessary.<\/p>\n

“He has gone, but he can never be forgotten by Deltans,\u201d Oborevwori said.<\/p>\n

Earlier, the governor had signed the condolence register, expressing sadness over former Governor Uduaghan\u2019s death and commiserated with the bereaved family and people of Delta State.<\/p>\n

In his tribute, Oborevwori wrote: \u201cI am saddened by the demise of the former Governor, Dr Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan. He was a great boss. I commiserate with his beloved wife, children, family members and Deltans over this great loss.<\/p>\n

\u201cMay God grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss. Your impact in Delta can never be forgotten. Asamaigor, RIP.\u201d<\/p>\n

The governor\u2019s visit came amidst widespread expressions of grief over the death of Uduaghan, who governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\n
\n
\n
\n