George Obiozor

Says his death immeasurable loss to Nigeria. Deji Elumoye in Abuja. President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed deep sadness over the demise of the President ...

President 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, will honour his memory by actively embracing his beliefs and ideas geared towards uniting Nigeria beyond geo-political considerations. Describing his demise as an immeasurable loss to the country, the President noted that the former Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States, High Commissioner to the Republic of Cyprus, Ambassador to the State of Israel and former Director-General, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) exemplified leadership skills and values as a thoroughbred diplomat. The President believed that the contributions of the unique leader and strong proponent of peace and a stable polity, who also held other strategic public positions, will never be forgotten.

Ohaneze ndigbo worldwide and former Nigerian Ambassador to the United States of America Prof. George Obiozor is dead.

Obiozor was Nigerian Ambassador to the United States and State of Israel. Uzodimma said, “On behalf of the Government and people of Imo State, I, Senator Hope Uzodimma, the Executive Governor of Imo State, sorrowfully announce the passage of a great Son of Imo State and Nigeria, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, worldwide, Prof George Obiozor. According to Uzodinma, the death of the foremost Igbo leader is a big loss to Imo State, the South East and the entire Nigeria.

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday said he was "deeply saddened" by the passing of Professor George Obiozor, the President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo,

The President who had fond memories of meeting Prof. The President said the contributions of the unique leader and strong proponent of peace and a stable polity, who also held other strategic public positions, would never be forgotten. Buhari, who described his demise as an immeasurable loss to the country, said the former Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States, High Commissioner to the Republic of Cyprus, Ambassador to the State of Israel and former Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) exemplified leadership skills and values as a diplomat.

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“The cold hand of death cut short the tenure of Professor Obiozor as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. “Professor Obiozor excelled and delivered on his mandate excellently. Our expectations from our leaders are usually high.

Former Governor of Abia State and Chief Whip of the Senate, Dr Orji Kalu; Senator Theodore Orji and Senator Enyi Abaribe have described the death of ...

“The passing of the envoy is a big loss to Nigeria and the international community in view of the robust roles the late diplomat played at the sub-national, national and global levels. George Obiozor, as a colossal loss to the nation. Kalu noted that the late diplomat was a nationalist with a passion for the growth and progress of Nigeria, adding that his wise counsel and intellectual contributions to global discourse will be greatly missed.

Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has announced the death president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide, Professor George Obiozor. He was 80 years old.

“On behalf of the Government and people of Imo State, I, Senator Hope Uzodimma, the Executive Governor of Imo State, sorrowfully announce the passage of a great son of Imo State and Nigeria, the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, worldwide, Prof George Obiozor,” the statement reads. “The death of this foremost Igbo leader and former Nigeria’s ambassador to the United States and the State of Israel, is a big loss to Imo State, the South East, and the entire Nigeria. Governor Hope Uzodinma of Imo State has announced the death president-general of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide, Professor George Obiozor.

Here is a list of five important facts to know about Prof George Obiozor, the late president general of the Igbo socio-political organisation, ...

He was witty, well-heeled in history and effusive in his personal charm and warmth. Obiozor was a patriot, renowned academic and diplomat, who served Nigeria and Ohanaeze selflessly and diligently. "He was a dear elder brother and friend. Until his death, Professor Obiozor was leading Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide's agitation for the southeast presidency ahead of the 2023 general election. "The death of this foremost Igbo leader is a huge loss to the entire Obiozor Family, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Nigerians in general." Until his death, Professor Obiozor was at the forefront of the agitation for the southeast presidency.

The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), on Thursday, mourned the passing of the President General of Ohaneze Ndigbo, worldwide, ...

He, therefore, joined the Igbo nation in mourning the irreparable loss of this great son of Nigeria, even as he prays for the peaceful repose of the soul of the deceased. According to Adesina, “Describing his demise as an immeasurable loss to the country, the President notes that the former Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States, High Commissioner to the Republic of Cyprus, Ambassador to the State of Israel and former Director-General, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs exemplified leadership skills and values as a thoroughbred diplomat. Buhari’s condolence message is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, titled President Buhari pays tribute to Prof Obiozor, Ohaneze President General.

Governor of Delta State and vice presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Dr Ifeanyi Okowa has condoled with the family of the renowned ...

He prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed professor, and for God to comfort his family. “As a great patriot and elder statesman, Prof. “As President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo worldwide, he displayed uncommon wisdom and irrepressible courage in his service to the Igbo nation.

President Muhammadu Buhari has described the death of the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Prof George Obiozor as an immeasurable loss to the country.

President Buhari notes that the contributions of Prof Obiozor will not be forgotten. “Describing his demise as an immeasurable loss to the country, the President notes that the former Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States, High Commissioner to the Republic of Cyprus, Ambassador to the State of Israel and former Director-General, of Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) exemplified leadership skills and values as a thoroughbred diplomat,” the statement read. President Muhammadu Buhari has described the death of the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Prof George Obiozor as an immeasurable loss to the country.

President Muhammadu Buhari has described the death of George Obiozor, president-general of Ohaneze Ndigbo, worldwide, as an immeasurable loss to Nigeria.

My condolences to his family and loved ones, and may his soul rest in peace,” he said. The death of this foremost Igbo leader is a huge loss to the entire Obiozor Family, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Nigerians in general,” His was a purposeful life well lived.” “Prof Obiozor was my very good friend. [described](https://twitter.com/atiku/status/1608410136015679488?s=20&t=BnVq2hX8R4r4XNvgKNIydQ) the late Obiozor as “a charismatic personality and a consummate diplomat who believed in consensus and had a stabilising influence”. In a statement signed by Femi Adesina, presidential spokesperson, Buhari extended his condolences to Obiozor’s family and the people of Imo as well as Ndigbo at home and in the diaspora.

Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide on Thursday confirmed the death of Professor George Obiozor, the President General of the apex Igbo socio-political organisation.

“The Governor of Imo State, Sen. Until his death, he was the President General of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organization. He demonstrated his unassailable commitment to the Igbo by leading delegations to Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, the British Embassy, Chief E K Clarke, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, and Sultan of Sokoto, among others.

Senate Chief Whip, Orji Kalu, describes the death of Professor George Obiozor, the leader of Ohanaeze Ndigbo as a colossal loss to Nigeria.

George Obiozor as a colossal loss to the nation. “The passing of the envoy is a big loss to Nigeria and the international community given the robust roles the late diplomat played at the sub-national, national and global levels. In his tribute issued on Thursday, Kalu described the deceased as a nationalist with a passion for the growth and progress of Nigeria.

PDP presidential candidate Atiku Abubakar says death of leader of Ohanaeze Ndigbo, Prof. George Obiozor is a huge loss for the country.

“He was a master of political consensus. George Obiozor as a huge loss for the country. The whole nation will miss him.”

Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, All Progressives Congress' (APC) 2023 presidential candidate paid tributes to the departed President-General of Ohaneze Ndigbo ...

The former governor of Lagos State extended his condolences to the family, government and people of Imo; to Ndigbo and to Nigerians adding that the deceased served the country with pride and distinction Obiozor was at various times the Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, ambassador of Nigeria to United States and to Israel and High Commissioner of Nigeria to Cyprus. He said Obiozor lived a distinguished life of service to Nigeria and to Ndigbo.

Prof Obiozor work as lecturer for Pratt Institute, New York City between 1971 and 1975, and as assistant professor of political science for City University ...

E also write and edit plenty books and articles on foreign policy and international relations. Igbo elites and intellectuals bin start di Ohanaeze Igbo for 1934 to advance di interests of Igbos inside wetin be di then Colony and Protectorate of Nigeria wen di British Empire. During im time as di president of di Ohanaeze, e always dey call for di emergence of a Nigerian president wey go come from di South-east for 2023 elections. President Muhammadu Buhari for im tribute message tok sorry to di family of di deceased and add say im contributions to di peace and stability of di polity no go dey forgotten. Di Ohanaeze leader attend di Institute of African Studies for Geneva, Switzerland, and di University of South Tacoma Washington US, wia e obtain bachelor degree in political science for 1968. For inside statement, di Imo govnor tok say di President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo die afta a brief illness and im death na big loss to Imo state, di South East and di entire kontri.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has described George Obiozor, the late Ohanaeze leader, as a patriotic Nigerian. He said Obiozor increased the.

He was an icon and a true Nigerian.” Obiozor was committed to the development and global vision of Igbos and the South-Eastern region of Nigeria till he breathed his last, Obasanjo added. Obasanjo noted that the good works of the deceased as envoy to Israel and America was a fitting complement to his administration’s efforts to re-make the image of Nigeria.

The President in a statement issued Thursday by his Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, extended heartfelt condolences to Obiozor's family, the government and people ...

President 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, will honour his memory by actively embracing his beliefs and ideas geared towards uniting Nigeria beyond geo-political considerations. Describing his demise as an immeasurable loss to the country, the President noted that the former Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States, High Commissioner to the Republic of Cyprus, Ambassador to the State of Israel and former Director-General, Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (NIIA) exemplified leadership skills and values as a thoroughbred diplomat. The President in a statement issued Thursday by his Media Adviser, Femi Adesina, extended heartfelt condolences to Obiozor’s family, the government and people of Imo State as well as Ndigbo, at home and in the Diaspora.

Nigerian leaders and groups yesterday paid glowing tributes to the late president-general of apex Igbo socio-cultural organization, Ohanaeze Ndigbo ...

“I received the news of his unfortunate passage with a rude shock. “He was a man of peace who will be remembered for his candor, open-mindedness and civility. “Obiozor will be remembered as a man who displayed an uncommon intellect, irrepressible courage, candor, tolerance, large heart and equanimity; he sacrificed his personal comfort in the service of Igbo nation. Boss Mustapha, expressed shock and sadness over the death of Obiozor. “The passing of the envoy is a big loss to Nigeria and the international community in view of the robust roles the late diplomat played at the sub-national, national and global levels. A former governor of Abia State and Senate chief whip Orji Kalu described the passing of Obiozor as a colossal loss to the Igbo, Ohanaeze and Nigeria. In a statement released by his media office, he described Obiozor as a diplomat extraordinaire having served as Ambassador of Nigeria to the United States of America, Israel and Cyprus, distinguished academic, quintessential statesman and a remarkable lover of his people who believed in the unity of the country as well as harmonious coexistence among the people. “The death of this foremost Igbo leader is a huge loss to the entire Obiozor Family, the Ohanaeze Ndigbo and Nigerians in general,” Jonathan, in a condolence message to the Obiozor family and the Government and people of Imo State, recounted Obiozor’s contributions to the growth and development of the nation. The former president added that Obiozor was a great patriot whose love for the nation and his people knew no bounds in his selfless service towards the unity and development of the country. He said, “On behalf of my family, I commiserate with the Obiozor family, the Government and People of Imo State and Ndigbo in general on the passing of the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide Professor George Obiozor.” He extended heartfelt condolences to Obiozor’s family, the government and people of Imo State as well as Ndigbo, at home and in the Diaspora.