JUST IN: Abia PDP governorship candidate Prof Ikonne dies

Professor Uche Ikonne

The late Professor Uche Ikonne

Prof Uche Ikonne, the Abia State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate has died.

His death was announced in a statement by his son, Dr Chikezie Uche-Ikonne, on Wednesday.

“I regret to announce the death of my dear father, Prof Eleazar Uchenna Ikonne, who died at the National Hospital Abuja today January 25, 2023 at 4 am 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 from 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,” the statement said.

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