Iwuanyanwu leads Igbo leaders to receive Obasanjo in Owerri

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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo was received in Owerri, the Imo State capital, by the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, along with other eminent Igbo leaders.

The Secretary General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Ambassador Okey Emuchay, disclosed that during the visit “issues of mutual interest” were discussed by the former President and Ohanaeze chieftains.

Ambassador Emuchay said the meeting was “very symbolic and crucial,” adding that its outcome will be appreciated by Ndigbo.

According to him, “Issues of mutual interest were discussed. The PG informed Chief Obasanjo that Nigeria should erect monuments in his name for the sacrifices he has made.

“He recalled his role in ending the civil war with the slogan of no victor no vanquished; repayment of huge external debts and recovery of the economy during his time as President.

“He informed the former President that the Igbo nation will bestow honour on him appropriately.

“Remember that when Chief Obasanjo was President, he appointed several Igbo sons and daughters into his cabinet and other high profile positions. A sense of belonging was provided the Igbo nation during that time.”

Eminent Igbo leaders and Ohanaeze chieftains at the meeting were Ambassador Emuchay; former Minister for Aviation, Ambassador Kema Chikwe; Bishop Sunday Onuoha, Nze Fidelis Ozichukwu; and Chief Tony Ukasanya.

Since Iwuanyanwu came on board as Ohanaeze helmsman, he has vigorously championed the Igbo cause, including seeking an end to the incessant demolition of shops belonging to Igbo traders in Lagos.

Chief Iwuanyanwu has also been outspoken for the unconditional release of the detained Leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, towards restoration of peace in the South-East.

He has equally advocated the development of South-East as a major industrial hub in the West African sub-region, while urging Ndigbo to begin to invest at home.

Chief Iwuanyanwu has also been making efforts towards uniting the Igbo elite, including South-East Governors and other stakeholders.

Former President Obasanjo was accompanied on the visit by Otunba Oyewole Fasawe.