Iwuanyanwu Burial United Nigeria as TINUBU, UZODIMMA, AND OTHER DIGNITARIES PAY FINAL RESPECTS AS IGBO LEADER EMMANUEL IWUANYANWU IS LAID TO REST

In a solemn ceremony held in Atta, Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, the late President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, was laid to rest. Among those gathered to honor him was Governor Hope Uzodimma, who stood in somber reflection as the Igbo leader’s casket was lowered into the grave.

In his tribute, the governor hailed late Chief Engr Iwuanyanwu as an exceptional leader who dedicated his life to the service of others. “Today, we bid farewell to a great leader, a man who dedicated his life to the service of others,” Uzodimma said. “His passing leaves a void in our hearts, but his legacy will continue to inspire us to strive for greatness.”

Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator Dr. George Akume, described the late Chief Iwuanyanwu as a “rare gem of distinction” dedicated to preserving the region’s integrity. Akume noted Iwuanyanwu’s legacy as a nationalist and a champion of nation-building.

The ceremony was attended by an array of dignitaries, including Governor Uzodimma’s wife, Her Excellency Barr. Mrs. Chioma Uzodimma; Imo State Deputy Governor, Her Excellency Lady Mrs. Chinyere Ekomaru; South-East State Governors Peter Mbah and Alex Otti; the Deputy Governor of Anambra; the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Okezie Kalu, former first Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan, former Governor of Imo State, His Excellency Rochas Okorocha, former Governor of Anambra, His Excellency Peter Obi and many more.

As family, community, and the nation mourn the loss of Chief Iwuanyanwu, the governor’s tribute served as a lasting reminder that the legacy of this great leader endures in the lives he impacted and in the unity and progress he championed.