By NaijaNews
Shock and grief have engulfed the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Imo State following the sudden death of its Deputy Publicity Secretary, Ugochimereze Chinedu Asuzu, who reportedly slumped and died in the early hours of Wednesday.
The tragic development was confirmed in a statement by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, MacDonald Amadi, who described Asuzu’s demise as a devastating blow to the ADC and to Nigeria’s democratic space.
Asuzu, a distinguished intellectual and grassroots mobiliser, was not only a party stalwart but also the convener of Ikoro Ndigbo and a leading voice in Igbo socio-cultural thought. The ADC eulogised him as “a man of uncommon intellect, conviction, and service whose absence leaves a deep void.”
Born in Umuma Isiaku, Ideato South LGA of Imo State, Asuzu embodied the rare blend of scholarship and activism. He held degrees in Theology and Political Science, and was pursuing a doctorate before his untimely death.
Beyond politics, Asuzu wore many hats: theologian, entrepreneur, cultural advocate, prolific writer, and founder of the Igbo Intelligentsia Renaissance, a platform devoted to cultural renewal and intellectual engagement. He also led I Stand With ADC, a citizen-based coalition that championed democratic participation and party solidarity.
A former chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Asuzu earned national recognition as a public affairs analyst and visiting lecturer, admired for his fearless commentaries and thought-provoking writings.
The ADC statement further highlighted his human side, describing him as a devoted husband, loving father, and mentor, whose guidance cut across both religious and secular communities.
> “The passing of Chief Asuzu is an irreplaceable loss to his family, the ADC family, and the larger Nigerian society,” the statement read.
Burial arrangements, according to the party, will be communicated in due course.
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