Breaking: Delta Gov Sheriff Oborevwori's Top Aide Is Dead
- Sheriff Oborevwori expressed deep grief over the death of his aide, Sunday Kotor, describing it as a painful loss to the state
- Sunday Kotor reportedly collapsed at a private event and died despite efforts by medical personnel to revive him
- The late Sunday Kotor served for over two decades as Master of Ceremonies under administrations including Emmanuel Uduaghan and Ifeanyi Okowa
Delta state - Delta state governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has announced the sudden death of his Senior Special Assistant on Protocol, Sunday Kotor.
Kotor reportedly died after collapsing at a private function on Friday evening, March 20.
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He was rushed to a medical facility, where attempts to revive him were unsuccessful.
In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Sir Festus Ahon, the governor described the incident as a painful loss to the state.
Oborevwori describes loss as devastating
Reacting to the development, the governor paid tribute to the late aide, describing him as a committed and loyal public servant.
“Late Sunday, Kotor was wholly dedicated to his job. His passing is a huge loss, not only to his family but to the government and people of Delta State,” he said.
Governor Oborevwori also extended condolences to the family of the deceased, particularly his younger brother, Conference Kotor, who serves as senior special assistant to the governor on media.
Longstanding role in government house activities
Kotor was widely known within Government House, Asaba, where he played a key role in coordinating official engagements and anchoring state events.
He served as Master of Ceremonies for more than two decades, working under successive administrations, including those of Emmanuel Uduaghan and Ifeanyi Okowa, before continuing in the role under the current government.
Colleagues, family mourn sudden death
A graduate of Mass Communication from Delta State University, Kotor, hailed from Okwagbe in Ughievwen Kingdom, Ughelli South Local Government Area.
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His sudden passing has left family members, colleagues and associates in shock, with many describing his death as a devastating loss given his long years of service and vibrant presence at public functions.
Delta deputy gov is dead
Benjamin Sunday Elue, the former deputy governor of Delta State, has died aged 85. This Day cited family sources as saying the elder statesman breathed his last on Saturday, February 28, 2026, following a brief illness.
Elue is best remembered for his tenure as the deputy governor of Delta State from 1999 to 2007. He served two terms alongside former Governor James Ibori.
Born on June 6, 1940, in Anioma community of Obior, Aniocha North Local Government Area (LGA) of Delta State, Elue’s career spanned several decades and sectors. He began his professional journey as a dedicated teacher in both primary and secondary schools. He later transitioned into management consulting and private business ventures.
El-Rufai loses close family member
Previously, Legit.ng reported that a prominent member of the family of former Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, has passed away.
The deceased, Aunty Safiya Ali Rufai, was reported to have died on Sallah day after a brief illness, according to a family statement.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
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