19 October 2026 4:23 pm WAT
From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has mourned the death of former Delta State Governor, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, commending his contributions to dialogue, confidence-building and national unity during a period of heightened political tension in the country.
CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, in a statement, expressed the association’s condolences to Uduaghan’s family, the Delta State Government and the people of the state.
Okoh said the association received the news of the former governor’s death with sadness, noting that his contributions to public service and nation-building would be remembered by those who valued his work.
“Dr Uduaghan played a notable role during a period of heightened political tension in Nigeria. His commitment to dialogue, confidence-building and the preservation of national unity remains worthy of commendation,” the CAN president said.
He described Uduaghan’s death as a loss to his family and others who appreciated his contributions to the country.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to his family, the government and people of Delta State, and all who mourn this loss. May God comfort them in this difficult moment,” Okoh said.
The CAN president also prayed that God would comfort the bereaved family and all those mourning the former governor, while granting his soul eternal rest.
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