Athan Achonu Biography, Wikipedia, Real Name, Politics, Career, Wife, Net Worth

Athanasius Nneji Achonu was born on May 31, 1959 in Imo State. He is a successful Nigerian businessman and politician who has exceptional leadership skills, innovative ideas, and charisma and he is an inspiration to many young entrepreneurs around the world.

Athan Achonu was declared the Labour Party (LP) Governorship flag bearer after winning the primary election held in Owerri on April 15, 2023. In the primary election, he had 134 votes while his rival Jack Ogunewe has 121 votes.

Athan Achonu Profile

Full Name: Athanasius Nneji Achonu

Nickname: one arm general

Date of Birth: May 31, 1959

Age: 63 years old

State of Origin: Imo State

Nationality: Nigerian

Religion: Christian

Spouse: Information not yet available

Profession: Entrepreneur, Politician

Net Worth: $

Athan Achonu Early Life and Education

Athanasius Nneji Achonu was born on May 31, 1959 in Imo State. He completed his early education at Madonna High School, Imo State, and Government College Umuahia, Abia. Athan Achonu completed his studies at John Cabot University, Italy.

Athan Achonu Career

Athan Achonu is a successful businessman who has over the years recorded great achievements in the business world. He has several companies which he built from starch and took them to an enviable peak. He is the founder of Nejach Engineering Limited, Mathan Nigeria Limited, Okebaram Resources Limited, Chia Enterprises Limited, and Orient Refining Company Nigeria Limited.

In 2015, Athan Achonu contested and won the Imo South Senatorial seat under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). However, he did not occupy the position for long because the Appeal Court upturned his election at the instance of the candidate of the Accord party that the Athan Party’s logo was not included in the ballot paper used in the National Assembly election. So, his seat was given to the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Benjamin Uwajumogu.

On April 15, 2023, Athan Achonu was declared the Labour Party (LP) Governorship flag bearer after winning the primary election held in Owerri. In the primary election, he had 134 votes while his rival Jack Ogunewe has 121 votes.