Deltans Won’t Forget Uduaghan’s Legacy, Oborevwori Says, Pays Condolence Visit
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has said the legacies of former governor Emmanuel Eweta Uduaghan will remain indelible.
Uduaghan died on Monday at 71 in Abuja, while receiving medical treatment,
Oborevwori spoke during a condolence visit to Uduaghan’s widow, Mrs Roli Uduaghan, and other family members, accompanied by his wife, Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori, and top government officials on Tuesday.
Recalling his relationship with the deceased, Oborevwori said Uduaghan played a significant role in his political journey by appointing him a Special Adviser in 2007.
“He 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,” he said.
The governor praised Uduaghan for building the Asaba International Airport, describing it as one of his enduring contributions to Delta’s development.
“He has gone, but he can never be forgotten by Deltans,” Oborevwori said.
In his condolence message, the governor wrote: “Your impact in Delta can never be forgotten. Asamaigor, RIP.”
He had earlier joined others, including ex-Nigeria Football Federation president, Amaju Pinnick to receive the ex-governor's remains at the Osubi Airport.
Uduaghan governed Delta State from 2007 to 2015.
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