Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has passed away at the age of 81.
His death was confirmed on Thursday, July 25, in a statement issued by his son, Jide Iwuanyanwu.
The statement revealed that Chief Iwuanyanwu died in Abuja after a brief illness. “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,” Jide Iwuanyanwu stated.
Chief Iwuanyanwu was a prominent figure in Igbo leadership, serving as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide and President of the Owerri Peoples Assembly. He is survived by his wife, Lady Princess Frances Iwuanyanwu, several children, and grandchildren.
Details of the funeral arrangements will be announced shortly.
