The governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party, (PDP) in Abia state, Prof Uchenna Ikonne is dead, the family has announced.
Prof. Ikonne, who was a former Vice Chancellor of the Abia state University Uturu died on Wednesday at the National Hospital Abuja.
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A message by the family seen by Investogist reads:
“I regret to announce the death of my dear father, Prof Eleazar Uchenna Ikonne, who died at the National Hospital Abuja today, 25th January 2023 by 4am after a brief illness.
“He was recovering after taking proper treatment in the United Kingdom but relapsed a few days ago leading to multiple cardiac arrests for which he didn’t recover from.
“Further details and arrangements would be made known to the public after deliberations and meetings are made within the family.
“Thank you.”
*Dr Uche- Ikonne Chikezie*
*For the family.*
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