Prof Uche Ikonne, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in Abia State, has died.
Ikonne, who had been suffering from a stroke, died on Wednesday.
His son, Dr. Uche Ikonne, made the announcement 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, by 4 a.m. 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.
“Further details and arrangements will be made public following deliberations and meetings within the family.”
