About Lawrence Anionwu
Lived 1921 – 1980 (aged 59). Lawrence Anionwu was a Nigerian diplomat.
Lawrence Odiatu Victor Anionwu (5 May 1921 – 12 June 1980) was a Nigerian administrator and diplomat. He was the first Nigerian Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Nigeria's first Ambassador to Italy.
Early life Anionwu was born on 5 May 1921 in Onitsha in Anambra State. His father was Julius Osakwe Anionwu.
Death Anionwu died from a stroke in London on 12 June 1980. His body was flown to Onitsha for burial.
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Lawrence Anionwu was born on 5 May 1921 in Onitsha.
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