President Bola Tinubu and the Labour Party Presidential candidate in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, have described the death of the Ohanaeze President General Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu as shocking, extending their heartfelt commiserations to the family.
While Tinubu said that Iwuanyanwu “was an accomplished businessman and notable politician,” Obi noted that Iwuanyanwu “was a bridge builder who would be remembered for so many positives.”
In a statement by Presidential Spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu condoled “with the Imo State Government, the friends and associates of the deceased, and Ndi Igbo over this irreparable loss.
The President affirms that Chief Iwuanyanwu will always be remembered for his remarkable legacy. President Tinubu prays for the repose of the soul of the departed elder statesman and comfort to his family.”
Obi writing on his X handle 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.”
