Governor, Emmanuel Uduaghan has described the late Colonel John David Dungs (rtd.) as the architect of modern Delta who worked assiduously to lay a solid foundation for the state.

Dr. Uduaghan made the observation in a statement by Felix Ofou, his Press Secretary, in which he extolled the sterling qualities of the late former military administrator of Delta State.

According to him, Colonel Dungs’ tenure (1996 to 1998 during the military regime of General Sani Abacha) was characterised by unparalleled zeal, devotion, commitment and love for the people of the state.

“The late Colonel Dungs was a man of valour who worked sleeplessly to improve the state. He was loved by all and Deltans saw him as part of them. We will forever miss his devotion, commitment and love for the people,” Dr. Uduaghan noted.

He said the former military administrator, who died Friday in Jos, capital of his native Plateau State, aged 62, would be greatly missed and prayed God to grant the deceased family fortitude to bear the loss.

•Photo shows late Colonel Dungs.