RismadarVoice Reporters, September 1, 2026
Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed sadness over the death of Peoples Democratic Party chieftain, Daniel Osi Orbih, describing him as a close friend and trusted political associate.
Orbih, who served as the PDP National Vice Chairman for the South-South, died on Monday, August 31, 2026.
In a condolence statement issued by his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, in Abuja on Tuesday, Wike described Orbih’s death as a major loss to Edo State’s political community.
The minister said the late politician was a dependable friend and committed ally whose contributions would be remembered by those who worked with him.
“I have lost a friend and a committed political ally. Dan Osi Orbih was everything anyone could desire in friendship and political association. But we cannot question God; He gives, and He takes,” Wike said.
Wike described Orbih’s passing as the loss of “one of the biggest trees in the political forest of Edo State,” adding that he would be deeply missed by his family, friends and political associates.
The FCT minister also extended his condolences to Orbih’s family, describing him as a man of strong faith and dedication to public service.
“On behalf of myself, my family and political associates, I commiserate with the family of Chief M.C.K. Orbih over the demise of Chief Dan Orbih, a good friend, a great politician and a man of faith in the Almighty God,” he said.
Daniel Osi Orbih is survived by his wife, Florence Orbih; his children, Winifred Anwosiobor Orbih and Dr Mildred Omonemi Orbih; his siblings and other members of his extended family.
