The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Tuesday said he has lost a true friend and reliable political ally, following the breaking news about the death of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Vice Chairman (South South), Chief Daniel Orbih.
Wike, who reacted to the sad news through his Media aide, Lere Olayinka, noted that Orbih was a close political associate, worthy of trust.
A statement issued and signed by Olayinka stated that, “Chief Daniel Osi Orbih, who passed away on Monday, 31 August 2026, is survived by his wife, Mrs. Florence Orbih; his children, Miss Winifred Anwosiobor Orbih and Dr. Mildred Omonemi Orbih; his brothers and sisters; as well as other members of the extended family”.
He described Dan Orbih’s death as the “fall of one of the biggest trees in the political forest of Edo State,” adding that he will be missed by all.
The Minister said; “I have lost a friend and a committed political ally. Dan Osi Orbih was everything anyone could desire in friendship and political associate. But we can’t question God, He gives and He takes.
“On behalf of myself, my family and political associates, I commiserate with the family of Chief M.C.K. Orbih, on the demise of Chief Dan Orbih, a good friend, a great politician, and a man of faith in the Almighty God. May his soul rest in peace.”
