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Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 Nigerian general elections, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
Obi described Iwuanyanwu as an elder statesman and a bridge builder who will be remembered for his many positive contributions.
In a statement posted on his X handle, Obi said, "I am greatly disheartened by the death of an elder statesman and President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu. The devastating reports of his death have left all who knew him heartbroken."
"He was not just a father to many, but a bridge builder who remained committed to the peaceful coexistence of the nation. He was undoubtedly a deeply patriotic Nigerian whose desire for justice, equity, progress and development of the nation transcended tribal boundaries.
"Chief Iwuanyanwu was one of those revered father figures, who have always given me useful advice. I recall visiting him at the hospital, on the 11th of this month with the Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Ambassador Okey Emuchey. He promised me that he would soon be alright, to continue with his contributions to the progress of the nation. Since then, I continued to pray for his quick and full recovery, till I received the sad news of his death.
"I sincerely condole with his immediate family, the Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, and the entire nation over the death of this revered patriarch. May God grant us all the fortitude to bear his sad loss and grant him eternal rest,” Obi concluded.
Iwuanyanwu, who was 82 years old, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, in Abuja, Nigeria's capital, after a brief illness. He was a prominent figure in Igbo socio-cultural affairs and had previously served as the chairman of the Council of Elders for Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
The late octogenarian was also known for founding the Iwuanyanwu Nation Football Club, now known as Heartland Football Club, which has achieved numerous local and international accolades. He was an alumnus of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where he studied engineering
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