
According to a letter made available to newsmen, the Umudei royal village of oguta announces his death on Sunday.
According to the letter, Chief Francis Arthur Uzoma Nzeribe died on the 5th day May, 2022 at the age of 83.
The family said that while they are pained by this loss , they 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 statement said the family had commenced the necessary traditional consultations and will in due course release a programme for his funeral rites.
According to report, , Nzeribe hit a mega fortune at 22, becoming a major player in the nation’s financial sector.
He later went on to become a powerful voice and influential in Nigeria’s political landscape.
He was elected a Senator to represent Orlu first in 1999.