State Governor’s protocol officer dies suddenly

News Update

Mr. Sunday Kotor, Senior Special Assistant on Protocol to Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, Governor of Delta State slumped and died at a private ceremony in Delta just as the Governor has expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of Mr. Kotor.

Rt. Hon. Oborevwori described his passing as a painful loss to the state government and the people of Delta.

Mr. Kotor, who was a dedicated aide to the Governor and widely known as a seasoned Master of Ceremony, reportedly died after collapsing at a private event last Friday evening.

He was said to have slumped during the event and was immediately rushed to a medical facility, where efforts by doctors to revive him were unsuccessful. He was later confirmed dead.

Governor Oborevwori, in a statement issued by Festus Ahon, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor described the late Kotor as a dedicated and committed public servant who gave his best in the discharge of his duties.

According to Rt. Hon. Oborevwori, “the 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.”

Rt. Hon. Oborevwori extended his heart-felt condolences to the family of the deceased, particularly his younger brother, Mr. Conference Kotor, who serves as Senior Special Assistant to the Governor (media).

The Governor noted that Kotor’s contributions to government’s activities, especially in the area of protocol and event coordination, would be greatly missed.

Late. Mr. Kotor was a familiar face in Government House, Asaba, where he played a prominent role in anchoring official state functions for over two decades.

He served as Master of Ceremonies under successive administrations, including those of former Governors Emmanuel Uduaghan and Senator Ifeanyi Okowa, and continued in the role under the current administration.

A graduate of Mass Communication from Delta State University, Abraka, the late Kotor hailed from Okwagbe in Ughievwen Kingdom, Ughelli South Local Government Area.

His sudden death has thrown family members, colleagues, and associates into mourning, with many describing it as shocking and devastating, given his longstanding service and vibrant presence at public events.