The family of Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, says his burial ceremony will be announced after due consultations.
The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu, MFR, passed away on Thursday [today] at the ripe old age of 82.
The late Chief Iwuanyanwu’s son, Jide Iwuanyanwu, made this known in a statement on Thursday.
According to the statement, the illustrious Igbo leader passed away on Thursday following a brief illness.
The announcement states: “The Iwuanyanwu family of Umuohii Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State announces the demise of our patriarch, Engr Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu-Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo.
“Chief Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday July 25, 2024 after a brief illness. He was aged 82.
“Chief Iwuanyanwu before his death was President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide and President of Owerri Peoples Assembly.”
Iwuanyanwu is survived by his wife, Lady Princess Frances Iwuanyanwu, many children and grandchildren.
The statement stated that the burial details will be announced later by the family after due consultations.
