The death of the governorship candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in Abia State Prof Eleazar Uchenna was received with shock by PDP supporters, friends and well wishers
Ikonne died on Wednesday in Abuja, his eldest son,Dr Uche-Ikonne Chikezie said in a statement on behalf of his family.
“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,” Dr Uche-Ikonne Chikezie said.“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.”
Chikezie said further details and burial arrangements would be made known to the public after family meetings.
