Dr. Uchechukwu Sampson Ogah, former Minister of State for Mines and Steel Development, has joined other notable Nigerians in mourning the death of Chief Engr. Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu, President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. The condolence message was shared in a statement made available to Naijadailyng247 on Friday.
Press Statement
Good Night, Son of the Soil, The Symbol Of Igbo Identity. Chief Engr. Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyawu
The flag is lowered for an iconic figure who conquered in all facets of human endeavour, a highly respected elder statesman, nationalist, exceptional entrepreneur, practical engineer, and champion of just causes.
I join other notable Igbo leaders and friends of the Igbo nation to commiserate with the Iwuanyawu family, the good people of Atta, Ikeduru LGA, Imo State Government, and Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo worldwide over the painful news of the demise of our leader and father, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo, Chief Engr. Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyawu (Aha-Eji-Aga-mba Ndi Igbo Gburugburu), whose death was announced yesterday, 25th July, after a brief illness.
Chief Iwuanyawu was a frontline politician, a good businessman, a publisher of note, and an engineer who contributed immensely to both the public and private sectors, being the pioneer chairman of the construction giant, Hardle & Enic Construction Company Ltd.
Upon his retirement from active politics, Chief Iwuanyawu took the mantle of leadership to lead the apex Igbo organization, Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo Worldwide, a position he held sacredly and passionately in defense of the Igbo cause.
Aha-Eji Aga-mba was one of the most successful and accomplished Igbo personalities that ever graced this earth. Testimonials of his philanthropic achievements abound.
Ndi Igbo have truly lost a towering figure… A great Iroko has indeed fallen!
We have lost an illustrious son, a Pan-Nigerian, and a statesman of note.
May God accept your soul, patriotic Nigerian and the symbol of Igbo identity.
My thoughts and sincere prayers remain with your family and close allies.
Farewell, our highly respected Leader.
Laa Nke Oma Aha-Eji Aga-mba
Dr. Uchechukwu S. Ogah (CON)
26/7/2024
