The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has announced the sudden death of the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, who reportedly collapsed and died on Thursday.
In a statement, the PDP described the loss as “inexplicable” and said it had plunged the party, particularly its members in Bayelsa State, into deep grief.
The party’s National Working Committee, led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN extended his profound sorrow at the passing of what it called a “hero of political integrity.”
Senator Ewhrudjakpo, a veteran politician and respected party stalwart, was praised for his principled approach to politics, commitment to public service, and unwavering integrity.
The PDP extended its condolences to the government and people of Bayelsa State, praying for the eternal rest of Senator Ewhrudjakpo’s soul.
The statement read:
"Press Release
"Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo: Inexplicable Loss, Indescribable Pain
"The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has received with deep shock the news of the passing of the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State and a trusted, faithful party man, His Excellency, Senator Lawrence Oborawharievwo Ewhrudjakpo, who reportedly collapsed and died earlier today.
"This devastating news has left the National Working Committee led by Kabiru Tanimu Turaki, SAN, and indeed the entire membership of our great party, especially our faithful members in Bayelsa State, in profound grief.
"While alive, Senator Ewhrudjakpo was an honest and consistent politician who believed in and practiced politics with principle. He was a person of conviction, not convenience; a leader whose life was anchored on belief, integrity, and strength of character. He held firmly to these virtues until his final moments.
"We are deeply saddened by the passing of this hero of political integrity, and we pray that God grants his soul eternal rest.
"We express our heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Bayelsa State on this painful and irreparable loss.
"Signed:
"Comrade Ini Ememobong, mnipr
National Publicity Secretary
Peoples Democratic Party
11 12 2025."
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