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Buhari mourns Iwuanyanwu
Politics
FORMER President Muhammadu Buhari has described the passing of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the President-General of the Ohanaeze Igbo, as a great loss to the country.
Buhari, in a condolence message by his media aide,, Mallam Garba Shehu, on Thursday ,said that the late Igbo leader left indelible memories.
The former Nigerian leader highlighted Iwuanyanwu’s contributions to journalism, sports, politics and nation-building.
“He was a visionary who revolutionized the nation’s media and sports. He made notable strides in the media industry, construction, sports, business, and politics.
“I had several opportunities to interact with him to know about his passionate commitment to the unity, peaceful coexistence, and the development of Nigeria.
“His rich contributions have left indelible memories on the media, sports, politics, and business, where he made extraordinary achievements.
“My condolences to his family, friends and associates and the entire people of the South-East. His death is a loss to the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” Buhari said.
NAN reports that Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday in Abuja, aged 82 ,after a brief illness. (NAN)
A.I
July 26, 2024 @ 06:32 GMT|
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