The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has directed all its offices nationwide to fly the party’s flags at half-mast for three days in honour of its late National Vice-Chairman (South-South), Chief Dr Dan Orbih, who died in London after a brief illness.
The party, in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by its National Publicity Secretary, Honourable Jungudo Haruna Mohammed, described Orbih’s death as a ‘great loss’ to the PDP, his family and the wider democratic community.
The PDP said Orbih was a ‘loyal, committed and dependable’ member who devoted himself to the ideals of democracy and the advancement of the party, adding that his dedication, wisdom and contributions to its growth and stability would remain deeply appreciated and remembered.
‘Dr Dan Orbih may have departed this world, but his service, loyalty and contributions to the PDP, as well as to our democratic journey, will not be forgotten,’ the statement said.
The party particularly commiserated with the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr Nyesom Wike, describing the late Orbih as a very strong ally, close confidant, trusted associate and friend of the minister.
It said, ‘The party particularly commiserates with the Hon. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Nyesom Wike, over the loss of his close confidant, trusted associate and friend. We share in his grief at this difficult moment and pray that Almighty God grants him the strength to bear this painful loss.’
The PDP extended its condolences to Orbih’s immediate family, relatives, friends and associates, as well as members and supporters of the party.
‘As a mark of honour and respect for the late National Vice Chairman, the National Working Committee hereby directs all Peoples Democratic Party offices to fly the party flag at half-mast for a period of three days,’ it added.
The party said it stood firmly with Orbih’s family and all those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him, while praying that Almighty God would grant the bereaved family and his loved ones the strength and fortitude to bear the ‘painful and irreparable loss.’