The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has mourned the death of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Vice Chairman, South-South, Chief Dan Orbih, describing him as a true friend and committed political ally.
Orbih died on Monday, August 31, 2026, according to a statement issued by his family and signed by Francis Udukhomoi Orbih.
The family announced his death with sadness, describing the late politician as a beloved brother, husband, father and uncle.
Reacting to the development on Tuesday, Wike said Orbih’s death was painful and represented a significant loss to the political community in Edo State.
In a condolence message issued through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, the FCT Minister said he had lost a close friend and trusted political associate.
“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,” Wike said.
The minister described Orbih as “a friend indeed,” saying his
