Jide Iwuanyanwu, son of the late Chief Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, former President-General of Ohanaeze Ndi-Igbo, has opened up about his father’s last days and his final mission before his passing. Chief Iwuanyanwu, a revered Igbo leader and elder statesman, died in July 2024 at the age of 82 and was laid to rest on November 2, 2024.

Speaking to journalists on Sunday, Jide expressed gratitude to governments at all levels for their support during his father’s funeral. He also shared poignant details about his father’s final trip, which was a visit to Nnamdi Kanu, the detained leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), at the Department of State Services (DSS) headquarters in Abuja.

Jide revealed that Chief Iwuanyanwu’s last journey was to the DSS facility where Kanu is being held. Despite his advanced age and health challenges, the elder statesman was determined to meet with Kanu. However, upon arrival, security operatives at the gate denied him entry by vehicle, insisting that he would have to walk into the premises.

“My father, despite his condition, agreed to walk in to achieve his mission. He was unwavering in his commitment to peace and the well-being of the South East,” Jide recounted.

Shortly after the visit, Chief Iwuanyanwu collapsed at his home and was rushed to the hospital, where he later passed away. Jide described the visit as a testament to his father’s lifelong dedication to the Igbo cause and his belief in dialogue as a means to resolve conflicts.

Jide appealed to the federal government to honor his father’s dying wish by granting the release of Nnamdi Kanu. He emphasized that Chief Iwuanyanwu firmly believed Kanu’s release would pave the way for peace, revive business activities in the South East, end the controversial Monday sit-at-home order, and usher in a new era of progress for the region.

“My father was convinced that Kanu’s release would bring an end to the dark days the South East has endured in recent years. Granting this request would be a fitting tribute to his legacy,” Jide said.

Jide also expressed appreciation to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, who maintained constant communication with his late father on two critical issues: the release of Nnamdi Kanu and the establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC).

While thanking President Bola Tinubu’s administration for approving the SEDC, Jide urged the government to go a step further by releasing Kanu. He described this act as a profound honor to his father’s memory and a significant step toward lasting peace in the region.

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