Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has mourned the death of Peoples Democratic Party National Vice Chairman (South-South), Chief Dan Orbih, describing him as a true friend and committed political ally.

Orbih died on Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, according to a statement issued by his family.

Wike, in a condolence message issued through his Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, described Orbih’s death as painful and a major loss to the political community in Edo State.

The minister said he had lost both a friend and a committed political associate, adding that Orbih was “everything anyone could desire in friendship and political associate”.

Wike described the deceased as “a friend indeed” and said his death represented the fall of one of the biggest political figures in Edo State.

He commiserated with Orbih’s family, describing him as a good friend, great politician and man of faith.

Wike prayed for the repose of Orbih’s soul and asked God to grant his family the strength to bear the loss.

Orbih is survived by his wife, Florence, his children, Winifred Anwosiobor Orbih and Dr Mildred Omonemi Orbih, as well as his siblings and other members of his extended family.