Professor Amos Utuama, a former deputy governor of Delta State, has passed away at the age of 77 in Lagos.
His death was confirmed by former Delta State governor James Ibori, who praised Utuama for his humility and professionalism during his time as an aide.
He wrote: “Professor Amos Agbe Utuama, my humble, loyal, and esteemed Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice. You were my steadfast legal foundation, executing your duties with unwavering commitment. If it were within my power to halt death, I would have done so for you. Farewell, dear Professor. May your pure soul rest in eternal peace”.
Utuama served as deputy governor to Emmanuel Uduaghan for eight years under the PDP. In addition to his political career,
Utuama was a respected lecturer at the University of Lagos Faculty of Law. He hailed from Otughievwen (Otu-Jeremi) in Ughelli South Local Government Area of Delta State.
