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2025-12-25 10:45:00
In an obituary report by Premium Times, renowned Nigerian diplomat Arthur Christopher Izuegbunam Mbanefo has died at the age of 95, with his family announcing his passing in a statement.
The report notes Mbanefo served as Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and also held leadership and philanthropic roles linked to education and institutional development.
In the family statement quoted by Premium Times, his son said: “With heavy hearts and profound gratitude… the Mbanefo family announces the passing of our beloved patriarch,” adding that burial arrangements would be communicated later.
Separately, Punch reported President Bola Tinubu’s condolences, describing Mbanefo as a former UN envoy and noting tributes from public officials as the country marked the loss of an experienced elder statesman.
Echotitbits take: Mbanefo’s passing is a reminder of a generation of diplomats who helped define Nigeria’s international posture. Watch for institutional tributes—especially from universities and professional bodies connected to his philanthropy—and how the state honours his diplomatic legacy.
Source: Premium Times — December 24, 2025 (https://www.premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/845292-nigerian-diplomat-christopher-mbanefo-is-dead.html)
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