The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement, South East region, Mrs. Chioma Nweze at the weekend has mourned the late President general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu.
Nweze who made this known in a statement signed and issued to newsmen on Saturday, in Abakaliki, said the contributions of the late Iwuanyanwu
to the development of Nigeria and the Igbo nation, cannot be over emphasized.
The statement reads in part: "I write to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, the government and people of Imo state and the entire Igbo nation on the passing of a great icon, statesman, and entrepreneur, Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu.
"Late Chief Iwuanyanwu's legacy as a visionary leader, dedicated public servant, and successful businessman will forever be remembered and cherished. As a foremost engineer, his vision, wisdom, and leadership inspired generations of Nigerians and Africans.
"His contributions to the development of Nigeria and the Igbo nation, particularly through his leadership as President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo, and his impact on the lives of many through his business conglomerates and philanthropic efforts will forever live on.
"As we continue to celebrate and harvest from his undying legacy of service and integrity, may God grant the bereaved family and the Igbo nation the strength and comfort to bear this irreparable loss. And may his memory be a blessing to Ndigbo" she stated.
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