The immediate past Minority Leader of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ndudi Elumelu, OON, has expressed deep shock and profound sadness over the demise of Senator Peter Nwaoboshi, a renowned political leader and former Senator who represented Delta North Senatorial District in the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
In a condolence message on Friday, December 19, 2025, Elumelu described the passing of Senator Nwaoboshi as a monumental loss not only to Delta North Senatorial District but to Delta State and Nigeria as a whole, noting that the late senator was a towering figure whose influence on politics and governance will be remembered for generations.
According to Elumelu, Senator Nwaoboshi made immeasurable contributions to the development of Delta State through his visionary leadership, strategic political engagements, and untiring dedication to the growth of democratic institutions. He noted that the late senator played a pivotal role in political party organisation and grassroots politics in Delta State, earning him the revered nickname, “the Oracle of Politics”, due to his deep insight, foresight, and mastery of political strategy.
Elumelu further highlighted Senator Nwaoboshi’s impactful service at the National Assembly, particularly his leadership of the National Assembly Committee on the Niger Delta, where he leveraged his position to attract uncommon development projects and interventions to the Niger Delta region and Delta State in particular.
He said Nwaoboshi’s legislative contributions and advocacy significantly advanced infrastructural development and improved the welfare of the people of the region.
“The death of Senator Peter Nwaoboshi has created a deep and painful void in the politics of Delta State,” Elumelu stated, adding that his experience, counsel, and stabilising influence will be greatly missed within political circles and beyond.
The former Minority Leader condoled the people of Ibusa, Delta North Senatorial District, the Government and people of Delta State, the National Assembly, and Nigerians in general over the irreversible loss.
Elumelu prayed for the repose of the soul of Senator Peter Nwaoboshi and the souls of all the faithful departed, asking that through the mercy of God, the late senator be granted eternal rest, while God gives his family, associates, and loved ones the strength of mind to bear the loss.
