By Oghenefejiro Emado
14, December 2025
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has extended heartfelt condolences to Governor Douye Diri, the Government, and people of Bayelsa State over the passing of Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the state’s Deputy Governor.
In a statement, Governor Oborevwori described Senator Ewhrudjakpo’s death as both tragic and deeply saddening.
The Governor noted that Senator Ewhrudjakpo was a man of uncommon wisdom, intellect, and humility, whose contributions to governance and public service left a lasting impact on the Niger Delta and Nigeria.
He described Senator Ewhrudjakpo as a team player, a dependable partner in leadership, and a fountain of wisdom.
Governor Oborevwori extended prayers for God’s comfort to the bereaved Governor, Senator Douye Diri, family, and the people of Bayelsa State.
He urged them to take solace in the legacies of service and dedication left behind by the late Deputy Governor. “On behalf of my family, the people and Government of Delta State, I pray that the Almighty God grants Governor Douye Diri, his family, and all who mourn him the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” he added.
Senator Ewhrudjakpo was widely respected across the Niger Delta region for his eloquence, deep grasp of governance, and his trademark use of proverbs in public communication. His passing is a painful reminder of the fragility of life, and his legacy will continue to inspire many in the region.
