Prof Eleazar Uchenna Ikonne, the Peoples Democratic Party’s Governorship candidate in next month’s general election, has died, leaving the party in mourning.
Ikonne, who had recently returned from medical treatment in another country, was said to have had a relapse and was admitted to the National Hospital, where he died early Wednesday morning.
According to a statement issued on his behalf by his son, Dr. Chikezie Uche-Ikonne, the late gubernatorial candidate died at the National Hospital in Abuja at around 4 a.m. after a brief illness.
“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 4 am after a brief illness,” the statement said.
“He was recovering after receiving proper treatment in the United Kingdom, but relapsed a few days ago, resulting in multiple cardiac arrests from which he did not recover.
After deliberations and meetings within the family, more details and arrangements will be made public.
“Thank you.
“Dr Uche-Ikonne Chikezie
“For the family.”
