The President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, has passed away.

Iwuanyanwu died on Thursday, July 25, 2024, after a brief illness at the age of 82.

His son, Jude Iwuanyanwu, confirmed the death of the elder statesman in a statement.

“The Iwuanyanwu family of Umuohii Atta, in Ikeduru Local Government Area of Imo State, announces the passing of our patriarch, Engr Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Iwuanyanwu-Ahaejiagamba Ndigbo,” the statement read.

“Chief Iwuanyanwu passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024, after a brief illness. He was aged 82. Chief Iwuanyanwu was the 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 added that burial details will be announced later by the family after due consultations.