Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has reportedly passed away. The news was confirmed in a statement on Thursday, July 25, by his son, Jide Iwuanyanwu.
According to the statement, the 82-year-old 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,” the statement read. “Chief Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday, July 25, 2024, after a brief illness. He was aged 82.”
Chief Iwuanyanwu was a prominent figure, serving as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide and President of the Owerri Peoples Assembly. His contributions to the Igbo community and his leadership will be remembered.
He is survived by his wife, Lady Princess Frances Iwuanyanwu, several children, and grandchildren.
