President Bola Tinubu has expressed deepest condolences to the family of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, who passed away on Thursday.
A terse message of condolence from the Presidential Spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale noted that Chief Iwuanyanwu was until his death the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide.
Tinubu described him as an accomplished businessman and notable politician.
The President said he condoles with the Imo State Government, the friends and associates of the deceased, and Ndi Igbo over this irreparable loss.
He also affirmed that Chief Iwuanyanwu will always be remembered for his remarkable legacy.
He prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed elder statesman and comfort to his family.
Aged 82, Iwuanyanwu was elected the President General of the apex Igbo cultural organisation on April 20, 2023 following the sudden death of his predecessor, Prof George Obiozor.
An unconfirmed report said that the octogenarian died in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja on Thursday, July 25.
NAN reports that Iwuanyanwu is the second President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo to die in office after his predecessor, Prof. George Obiozor, who also died in office.
Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu is a prominent Nigerian businessman, politician, and philanthropist known for his significant contributions to various sectors, particularly in the Igbo community and beyond.
