Family Announces Arthur Nzeribe’s Death; Begins Consultation; Requests Privacy

By Charles Igbo

The family of Chief Francis Arthur Nzeribe has announced his passing.

Senator Nzeribe, a man of many parts, died in England on Thursday, May 5, 2022.

He had been bedridden for a couple of years but had been in absolute high profile, World class care put together by his family, led by his beloved wife, Joan.

In a statement  titled Our Mighty Iroko Has Fallen. Senator Francis Arthur Nzeribe Is Dead signed by  his three sons – Ojiabu Francis Anyegbu Nzeribe, Anthony Akpati Nzeribe, Ojiabu Oliver Nwedo Nzeribe  –  on behalf of the Nzeribe – Royal Family of Oguta, Imo State, dated May 8, 2022, the family called him an African legend who they were very proud of.

Expressing their pain at his death, the family said it has began an immediate traditional consultations, and requested privacy as they mourn.

The statement reads:

“The Nzeribe Royal family of Umudei Rotal Village of Oguta in the Oguta Local Governor Area of Imo State, in total submission to the will of God Almighty and in appreciation of a remarkably worthy life, hereby announces the death of our Son, Cousin, Uncle, Husband, Father and Grandfather, Distinguished Senator Chief Francis Arthur Uzoma Nzeribe (Ogbuagu, Oshiji, Diamante Oyimba of Oguta) on the 5th day of May, 2022, at the age of 83.

“While we are pained by this loss, we are proud of this African Legend who Distinguished himself  in various fields including Sports, International Business, Politics and gave the Nzeribe brand worldwide acclaim.

“The family has immediately commenced the necessary traditional consultations and will, in due course, release a programme for his funeral rites.

“We appeal to the public  to respect the privacy of the family and the solemnity of this event to enable us grieve in peace. Thanks.”