Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the last presidential election, is heartbroken over the demise of the president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.
News About Nigeria earlier reported that Iwuanyanwu died yesterday (Thursday) at the age of 82 after a brief illness.
Reacting to Iwuanyanwu’s demise in a post on his official X account on Friday, Obi noted that the news of the Ohaneze Ndigbo president-general’s death was shocking.
While expressing sadness over Iwuanyanwu’s demise, the former Anambra state governor described him as a bridge builder who would be remembered for so many positive things that he did during his lifetime.
He further noted that Iwuanyanwu was undoubtedly a patriotic Nigerian whose desire for justice, equity, progress, and the development of the nation transcended tribal boundaries.
“I am greatly disheartened by the death of an elder statesman and President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Mr 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 one of those revered father figures, who had always given me useful advice. He promised me that he would soon be alright to continue with his contributions to the progress of the nation. I continued to pray for his quick and full recovery.
Obi also sympathised with Iwuanyanwu’s family and the Ohaneze Ndigbo worldwide, praying that God gives them the fortitude to bear the loss and also grant the deceased eternal rest.
“I sincerely condole with his immediate family, the Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, and the entire nation over the death of this revered patriarch,” he said.
