Iwuanyanwu was a bridge builder – Obi

Mr Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has described the death of Ohanaeze Ndigbo President -General,

• By Monday Ajogun
• Mr Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has described the death of Ohanaeze Ndigbo President -General, Mr Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu as shocking.
• The former governor of Anambra expressed his sadness over the demise of the Ohanaeze president on his X handle on Friday.
• Obi said he was a bridge builder who would be remembered for so many positives.
• “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)