Former vice president Atiku Abubakar has mourned the demise of President general of the apex socio-cultural Igbo organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief (Dr) Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, adding that he will be sorely missed.
Atiku said besides his business acumen and philanthropy, the late elder statesman was renowned for uprightness, firmness, and industry.
On his X handle, Atiku said, “I am shocked and saddened by the passing of Chief (Dr) Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.
“He was a man whose name was renowned for uprightness, firmness, and industry. He was an astute businessman, philanthropist and consummate politician.
“I join the multitude of his admirers to sympathise with his immediate family and pray to the Almighty to grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss of a patriarch. My condolences also go to the Ohanaeze Ndigbo, which he led with distinction until he breathed his last, also the government and people of Imo State. He will be sorely missed. May his soul rest in peace,” he said.
Similarly, Senator Shehu Sani, who represented Kaduna Central, also mourned Iwuanyanwu’s passing, saying he was one of the best presidents Nigeria never had.
Sani, “Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu; A Titan in politics,a media colossus and a Sporting icon. An accomplished businessman and a Statesman. One of the best Presidents Nigeria never had. Rest in peace!”
