The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has passed away.
This news was confirmed by his son, Jide Iwuanyanwu, in a statement released on Thursday.
Chief Iwuanyanwu, aged 82, died on July 25, 2024, following a brief illness.
The statement reads: “The Iwuanyanwu family of Umuohii Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, announces the demise of our patriarch, Engr Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu-Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo.
“Chief Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday, July 25, 2024, after a brief illness.”
Chief Iwuanyanwu was a prominent figure, not only as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide but also as the President of Owerri Peoples Assembly.
He leaves behind his wife, Lady Princess Frances Iwuanyanwu, and numerous children and grandchildren.
The family indicated that funeral arrangements will be announced after consultations.