The Councillor representing Evwreni Ward 8 in the legislative arm of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, Obukoadata Aghoghofia, has died suddenly while playing football in the community as he slumped and died.

According to the report, the councillors death has rounded up the number of dead councillors in the aforementioned area to three the most recent being the death Friday Ohwoevworuemu on April 23, 2025. The councilor represented Uwheru Ward 16 and had died just barely two months ago after a brief illness.

The Chairman of Ughelli North Local Government Area, Jaro Egbo, who confirmed the lose on his Facebook page wrote;

“I am not one given to emotional fits, but your sudden departure just three hours after we sat in my office, shared laughter and joked together, is a tragedy too painful to bear.

“You were an accomplished legislator whose unwavering dedication to public service and commitment to the development of his ward left an indelible mark on the current 8th Assembly.

“You may have gone the way of all mortals, Hon Obukadeta Aghoghophia, but that moment of joy we shared remains a sad reminder of how fleeting and ephemeral life truly is.

“He served with distinction, and until his death, he was actively involved in legislative duties. His sudden departure is a heavy blow to us all.

“On behalf of the government and the good people of Ughelli North Local Government Area, I mourn the loss of a brother, a friend, and an exceptional politician. His absence will be deeply felt.”

Other residents, friends and well wishers of the passed councilor have also sent their deepest condolences to the family and mourned him.