Emmanuel Oko Isu (13 January 1943 – 2009) was a Nigerian civil engineer and politician who served as the Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State from 29 May 1999 to 29 May 2007, under Governor Sam Egwu. Nigerian Leaders
Early Life and Education
Born on 13 January 1943 in Afikpo, Ebonyi State, Isu began his education at CSM School Primary Abakaliki from 1948 to 1955. He attended Government Secondary School, Afikpo, from September 1955 to June 1962. Pursuing higher education abroad, he studied at Swarthmore College in Pennsylvania, USA, from 1962 to 1965, and then at Columbia University in New York from 1965 to 1968. He furthered his studies at the University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, from 1974 to 1977, earning a Ph.D. in civil engineering. BioLegacy Foundation
Professional Career
Isu was a licensed professional engineer in the State of New York (1972) and New Jersey (1974). His engineering expertise contributed to various infrastructural developments both in Nigeria and abroad. BioLegacy Foundation
Political Career
In 1999, Isu was elected as the Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State alongside Governor Sam Egwu. The duo was re-elected in 2003, serving until 2007. Wikipedia
Post-Political Career and Death
After his tenure as Deputy Governor, Isu continued to serve the public. In December 2008, he was appointed as the Chairman of the 3rd Governing Council of Ebonyi State University by Governor Martin Elechi. He held this position until his passing in 2009. EBSU Mail
Personal Life
Emmanuel Isu married Igwe Agnes Colette Nneka in May 1972, and they had three children. BioLegacy Foundation
Legacy
Emmanuel Oko Isu is remembered for his contributions to the development of Ebonyi State, both as an engineer and a public servant. His dedication to public service and infrastructure development left a lasting impact on the state.
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