YENAGOA — Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, has died after collapsing suddenly in his office at the Government House in Yenagoa, sources confirmed today. The 60-year-old politician was rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Yenagoa, after falling ill around 1:30 pm on Thursday, December 11, 2025, but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival, eyewitnesses and local media reports indicate.
Ewhrudjakpo’s unexpected collapse triggered an immediate emergency response from aides and security personnel, who hurried him to the hospital’s emergency unit. Despite swift efforts by medical staff, he was unable to be revived. Preliminary sources suggest the incident may have been linked to a cardiac-related medical emergency, though no official medical cause of death has yet been disclosed.
Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo was widely known for his intense work ethic, often described by close associates as a “workaholic” committed to advancing the socio-economic development of Bayelsa State. Officials and political colleagues — shocked by the sudden loss — reportedly tightened security around the hospital and Government House as senior state leaders arrived to confirm the developments and express condolences.
Born on 5 September 1965, Ewhrudjakpo had served as Bayelsa’s deputy governor since 14 February 2020, after previously representing Bayelsa West in the National Assembly. He was an influential figure in state politics and a key voice in policy decisions during his tenure. His passing marks a significant moment of grief for Bayelsa’s political leadership and citizens alike.
As news of his death spread across the state capital and beyond, many Bayelsans took to social media and local forums to mourn the loss of a prominent public servant whose sudden exit leaves a deep void in the state’s executive council. Details on official funeral arrangements and the appointment of a new deputy governor are expected to be announced by the Bayelsa State Government in due course.