Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has expressed condolences over the death of a former Governor of Delta, Dr Emmanuel Uduaghan, who died on Monday at the age of 71.
NGF Chairman, Gov. AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara, on behalf of the forum expressed the condolence in a statement by the forum Director, Media and Strategic Communications, Yunusa Abdullahi, in Abuja on Monday.
Uduaghan served as Governor of Delta from 2007 to 2015.
AbdulRazaq noted that during Uduaghan’s tenure, he was involved in advancing the state’s development priorities and public administration.
“His years in office formed a significant chapter in Delta’s governance history and contributed to the ongoing efforts to address the needs and aspirations of its people.
“The forum acknowledges his years of public service and the responsibilities he undertook in leading Delta,” he said.
AbdulRazaq described Uduaghan passing as a moment of grief for his loved ones, associates and the wider community, as the state reflects on his life and contributions to public service.
He extended the forum’s heartfelt condolences to Uduaghan family, and loved ones.
“The forum honours his memory and recognises his place in the history of governance in Delta.
“We wish all who are grieving the strength and fortitude to navigate this period of mourning,” AbdulRazaq said.
