Wike Credits Late Dan Orbih for His Governorship Success
Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, reflected on the pivotal role that the late Dan Orbih played in his political career during a condolence visit from members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Board of Trustees in Abuja. Orbih, who served as the PDP's former National Vice Chairman for the South South and was previously the PDP chairman in Edo State, passed away on August 31, 2026.
Wike recounted that during a political crisis in Rivers State, Orbih took a principled stance that ultimately aided Wike's emergence as the governor of Rivers State in 2015. Wike expressed deep sorrow over Orbih's death, describing it as a painful loss and emphasized that Orbih's support was crucial at a critical juncture in his political journey.
Wike stated, “God used Dan Orbih to make me a governor,” acknowledging the importance of Orbih's decision to stand by the truth during the crisis.
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