Former Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of renowned politician and political leader, Chief Dan Osi Orbih, who passed away at the age of 64.
Obaseki, currently a visiting scholar and researcher at the School of African Studies, Boston University, USA, released a statement describing the late politician as a prominent Edo son and an influential voice in Nigerian politics.
Highlighting his extensive political career, Obaseki noted that Chief Orbih provided steadfast leadership as the Edo State Chairman of the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) and later served as the party’s National Vice Chairman for the South-South region, leaving a lasting impact on the development of the party both in the state and across Nigeria.
“Chief Orbih was a prominent figure in Nigerian politics and an influential voice in Edo State. For many years, he provided leadership to the Peoples’ Democratic Party (PDP) in Edo State as its State Chairman and subsequently served as the PDP National Vice Chairman, South South. Through these roles, he contributed significantly to the development of the party in the Edo State and Nigeria.
“Chief Orbih’s long years of engagement in public affairs earned him a place in the political history of Edo State, and his passing represents a significant loss to the state and the nation.
“I extend my deepest condolences to the family of Chief Dan Osi Orbih, his friends, political associates, colleagues and numerous well-wishers. I particularly sympathise with his wife, children and loved ones at this difficult time.
“May God grant his family the strength and fortitude to bear this painful loss, and may He grant Chief Dan Osi Orbih eternal rest.”
