Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu was a bridge builder, says Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate for 2023, called the passing of Mr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, “shocking.”

On his X handle on Friday, the former governor of Anambra shared his sorrow at the death of the Ohanaeze president.

According to Obi, he built bridges and will be remembered for a lot of good things.

“I am greatly disheartened by the death of an elder statesman and President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Mr Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.

“The devastating reports of his death have left all who knew him heartbroken.

“He was not just a father to many, but a bridge builder who remained committed to the peaceful coexistence of the nation,” he said.

Obi said that Iwuanyanwu was undoubtedly a patriotic Nigerian whose desire for justice, equity, progress, and development of the nation transcended tribal boundaries.

“He was one of those revered father figures who had always given me useful advice.

“He promised me that he would soon be alright to continue with his contributions to the progress of the nation. I continued to pray for his quick and full recovery.

“I sincerely condole with his immediate family, the Ohaneze Ndigbo Worldwide, and the entire nation over the death of this revered patriarch,” he said.

Obi prayed that God should grant us all the fortitude to bear his sad loss and grant him eternal rest. (NAN)