By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
The media office of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has announced the passing of one of its pioneer members, Mr. Ifeanyi Izeze.
Izeze joined Atiku’s media team in 2006 as Office Manager after leaving the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON) in Ikot-Abasi. At a critical period in Atiku’s political career, he contributed his extensive experience in journalism, the Niger Delta, and Nigeria’s oil and gas sector to the work of the media team.
Though trained as a geologist at the University of Port Harcourt up to postgraduate level, Izeze built a successful career in journalism, reporting widely on the oil and gas industry for several publications, including the now-defunct Sunray, Anchor and NewAge newspapers.
Within the Atiku Media Office, he played a key role in shaping campaign strategies in the Niger Delta, particularly in areas related to oil and gas. Colleagues remember him as a dedicated professional with a strong sense of humour and deep Christian faith. A member of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria and the Christ Embassy, he was also an ordained preacher.
He is survived by his children, grandchildren, and his elder brother, Pastor Emeka Izeze of The Guardian Newspapers. Funeral arrangements are expected to be announced by the family.
Friends, colleagues and family members have continued to pay tribute, praying for the repose of his soul.
