Buhari, Jonathan, Gbajabiamila, SGF, Atiku, Obi, Tinubu, Okowa Mourn Late Ohaneze Leader, Obiozor *Say his death immeasurable loss to NigeriaDeji Elumoye, Chuks Okocha, Adedayo Akinwale, Udora Orizu in Abuja, Amby Uneze in Owerri and Omon-Julius On
*Say his death immeasurable loss to NigeriaDeji Elumoye, Chuks Okocha, Adedayo Akinwale, Udora Orizu in Abuja, Amby Uneze in Owerri and Omon-Julius Onabu in Asaba
Buhari trusted that all who mourn the demise of the statesman, who commanded great respect among his peers in the academia and foreign policy arena, would honour his memory by actively embracing his beliefs and ideas geared towards uniting Nigeria beyond geo-political considerations. Jonathan stated this in a condolence message to the Obiozor family and the government and people of Imo State in which he recounted Obiozor’s contributions to the growth and development of the nation.
“He was a foremost nationalist and Igbo leader who continued to make remarkable impact even in retirement, having robustly deployed his wisdom, knowledge and experience in the last two years towards advancing the cause of Ndigbo and enhancing national integration, while serving as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo.
On his part, Atiku in a statement he personally signed, stated that he received the news of Obiozor’s death with rude shock. Atiku noted that the late former Nigerian ambassador to several foreign missions was a huge loss for the country. “He was a master of political consensus. A writer famous for his ‘politics of precarious balancing’ in which he espoused balancing the diverse interests in the country. He was a promoter of the unity of the nation. Igbo nation will miss him. The whole nation will miss him.”
“He was witty, well-heeled in history and effusive in his personal charm and warmth. The death of this foremost Igbo leader is a huge loss to the entire Obiozor Family, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Nigerians in general. “Ambassador Obiozor’s death at this time has again robbed our dear country of one of its finest public servants and committed leaders.
In the condolence message by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Olisa Ifeajika, the governor described the departed as an accomplished and erudite scholar, renowned author and seasoned diplomat who represents an epitome of selflessness and statesmanship. “As a great patriot and elder statesman, Prof. Obiozor made significant contributions to the growth and stability of our nation through his selfless service to the country and humanity.
He condoled with the Government and people of Imo State, Obiozor’s family, Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide and friends, and prays to God to grant eternal repose to the soul of the departed. “The most endearing of the Obiozor mystique can be summarised in character; the courage of his convictions, steadfastness and uncompromising commitment to his goals,” he said.
“During the last meeting of the National Executive Committee of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide held at Owerri, Obiozor spoke emotionally about the candidacy of Peter Obi and pointed out that it would have been a major catastrophe if Obi were not in the race. He expressed satisfaction that Peter Obi has changed the political dynamics of the country and created a pathway for Nigerian new beginning.
The forum, expressed its grief in a statement signed on by its leaders, Messrs Chief Edwin Clark, ; Chief Ayo Adebanjo ; and Dr. Pogu Bitrus . “He was a man of peace who will be remembered for his candor, open-mindedness and civility. His life and works will remain an inspiration to present and forthcoming generations on the lessons of tolerance, unity and peaceful co-existence.“Ambassador Obiozor was a former Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs.
“We also commiserate with the leadership and membership of the Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, on the passing of this celebrated leader, friend, brother and father.”Former Senate President and Secretary to the Government of Federation, Anyim Pius Anyim also expressed shock over the death of Obiozor.
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