Breaking: Senator Ifeanyi Uba, Anambra Guber Aspirant, Dies at 52

By Stephen Asaba-ase

Senator Ifeanyi Uba, a prominent politician, businessman, and publisher, has passed away at the age of 52. He was a strong contender for the All Progressives Congress (APC) gubernatorial ticket in Anambra State.

According to reports, Senator Uba died of cardiac arrest in a UK hospital. The circumstances surrounding his death are still unclear.

Uba represented Anambra South Senatorial District in the National Assembly and had recently defected from the Young Progressives Party (YPP) to the APC in October 2023.

His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, particularly in Anambra State, where he was a leading figure. The community of Nnewi, his hometown, is reportedly in a state of sadness and mourning.

This development comes as a surprise to many, and further details are expected to emerge in the coming hours.