ADC Deputy Spokesman In Imo Collapses, Dies.

Ugochimereze Chinedu Asuzu.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has been plunged into mourning following the unexpected death of its Deputy Publicity Secretary in Imo State, Hon. Ugochimereze Chinedu Asuzu.

Asuzu, who also served as the convener of Ikoro Ndigbo and was a prominent voice in Igbo sociocultural discourse, reportedly collapsed and died in the early hours of Wednesday.

In a statement released by the party’s State Publicity Secretary, Chief MacDonald Amadi, the ADC referred to his death as a deeply saddening loss, acknowledging his role as a “man of uncommon intellect, conviction, and service.”

As a native of Umuma Isiaku in Ideato South Local Government Area, Asuzu blended academic excellence with community-based activism. He possessed degrees in Theology and Political Science and was pursuing a doctoral degree prior to his passing.

In addition to his political engagement, he was a theologian, businessman, cultural promoter, and founder of the Igbo Intelligentsia Renaissance, an organisation dedicated to cultural revival and intellectual dialogue.

He also founded and led I Stand With ADC, a coalition support group focused on mobilising citizens for democratic involvement.

Previously a senior member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Asuzu earned a reputation as a prolific writer, commentator on public affairs, and visiting academic lecturer.

The statement further characterised him as a caring husband, committed father, and mentor who positively influenced many in both religious and non-religious communities.

“The passing of Chief Asuzu is an irreplaceable loss to his family, the ADC family, and the larger Nigerian society,” the statement read.

It concluded by stating that burial arrangements would be made public in due course.