Soludo Mourns Late Iwuanyanwu, Eulogizes His Contributions Towards Nation Building

Anambra State Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo has mourned the demise of the late President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, describing it as a monumental loss to the country.

Iwuanyanwu’s death was confirmed in a statement yesterday by his son, Jide Iwuanyanwu, to have occurred in Abuja on Thursday, July 25, 2024, after a brief illness.

He was said to have died at the age of 82 years.

Soludo, in a condolence message signed by his Press Secretary, Mr Christian Aburime on Thursday, described the late Iwuanyanwu as a distinguished statesman, notable patriot, and renowned businessman.

The message read; “Governor Soludo expressed profound sadness on the passage of the elder statesman, describing it as a monumental loss not only to his immediate family and the Igbo nation but to Nigeria as a whole.

“The Governor further described Chief Iwuanyanwu as a personal mentor, a great supporter as well as an influential figure whose life and wise counsel were a tribute to exceptional leadership, patriotism, and steadfast dedication to the progress of the Igbo nation and Nigeria as a Country.

“His contributions to the socio-economic development of Nigeria are immeasurable.

“As the publisher of the Champion Newspapers and owner of several other businesses, his entrepreneurial spirit and philanthropic endeavors have left an enduring legacy in our nation.

“Governor Soludo also recalled and praised the significant contributions of Chief Iwuanyanwu as Chairman of, Planning Committee of Ohanaeze, a strategic position Governor Soludo also occupied in the past in Ohanaeze. 

“Also, as the 11th President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, he provided exemplary leadership, fostering unity, and championing the interests of Ndigbo even while building bridges of peace across Nigeria.

“Governor Soludo, therefore,  extends his deep condolences to the bereaved family, friends, and associates of Chief Iwuanyanwu, Ndigbo, and the nation, praying that his soul rest in peace as God grants the family the fortitude to bear this great loss. “