President Tinubu, Atiku, Others Mourn As Dokpesi Dies

In a statement, Tinubu called the media mogul's passing a great loss for both Nigeria and its media sector. 

“The death of High Chief Raymond Dokpesi is a blow to the media industry where he has played pioneering roles in private broadcasting. His pacesetting investment in the industry is an inspiration to many who come after him.

"The history of the evolution of the Nigerian media industry will be incomplete without prominent mention of Dokpesi and his giant footprints on the media landscape.

“I express my sincere condolences to the management and staff of DAAR Communications and the family of the late media entrepreneur for this monumental loss,” he said. 

Atiku Abubakar, a former vice president and candidate for the presidency of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 elections, also expressed his sorrow over Dokpesi's passing.

Atiku remarked that Dokpesi was a trailblazer who transformed the Nigerian economic scene in every area of his endeavors in a statement released by his media adviser, Paul Ibe, and expressed his sorrow at the loss of a friend and brother. 

The statement quoted Atiku as exclaiming: â€œOh my God! Oh my God! Oh my God! I am in a state of shock! As we say in Islam: from God we came, and to Him we return. I am in prayers and will continue in prayers! My everlasting and deepest condolences to the Raymond Dokpesi family. May God forgive his sins and grant him eternal rest. Ezemo, not on a date like this should you leave us!”

“Ezemo was my friend, brother, counsellor, and associate, all rolled into one. He was honest, detribalised, loyal, and supremely hard working. Once committed to a cause, he will see it to a conclusion.”

Dokpesi passed away yesterday, according to a statement sent by his son Raymond Dokpesi (Jr).

The cause of his death was not made public, but the family promised to provide more information later.

The statement read, “It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of High Chief Raymond Aleogho Anthony Dokpesi (Ezomo of Weppa-Wanno Kingdom) who passed away on May 29th, 2023. High Chief Dokpesi was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

“High Chief Dokpesi was also a respected and accomplished businessman, a pioneer in the media industry, and a philanthropist who dedicated his life to the service of his country and his community. His legacy will live on through the impact he made on the lives of many.

"The Dokpesi family is grateful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. We ask that you keep us in your thoughts and prayers as we mourn the loss of our patriarch. We also ask for privacy during this time as we grieve together as a family.

“The family will release further details on the funeral arrangements in due course. May his soul rest in peace.”