Minister of Works Engr. David Umahi has said N’digbo and Nigeria at large have lost a rare gem with the death of president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu (Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo).
The minister in a statement said late Chief Iwuanyanwu was an experienced and well-respected national figure with unwavering political, professional and business track records.
Umahi said Iwuanyanwu would be remembered for his commitment to nation-building.
“He canvassed unequivocally for equity, equality, value re-orientation and unconstrained national development. He made perceptive contributions to issues that promote national dialogue during his time as president – general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo. Indeed, we have lost a rare gem. May his soul rest in peace.
“I offer my deepest condolences to the family, government of Imo state, Igbo communities worldwide, and indeed Nigeria for the loss of this great statesman,” he said.