President Bola Tinubu has expressed his sincere condolences to the family of Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu who passed away on Thursday.
Mr Iwuanyanwu was the Chairman General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. He was an accomplished businessman and a prominent politician.
President Tinubu, in a statement by his Press Aide, Ajuri Ngelale, sympathized with the Imo State Government, friends and associates of the deceased and Ndi Igbo over this irreparable loss.
The President said Mr. Iwuanyanwu will always be remembered for his remarkable legacy.
President Tinubu prayed for the repose of the soul of the late elder statesman and for the comfort of his family.
Also, former President Muhammadu Buhari, in a statement by his press aide, Garba Shehu, described the passing away of Iwuanyanwu as a sad event for Nigeria.
Highlighting the deceased's contributions to journalism, sports, politics and nation-building, Mr. Buhari said: “He was a visionary who revolutionized the nation's media and sports. He made remarkable inroads in the media industry, construction, sports, business and politics.
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“I had several opportunities to interact with him to learn of his passionate commitment to the unity, peaceful coexistence and development of Nigeria.
“His rich contributions have left indelible marks on media, sports, politics and business, where he achieved extraordinary accomplishments.
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“My deepest condolences to his family, friends and associates, and to all the people of the South-East. His death is a loss to the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” the former president said.