At Orbih’s Funeral Service, Wike Debunks Rumour of Dispute with Okpebholo

At Dan Orbih's funeral service, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nysom Wike, debunked rumors of a dispute with Edo Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo. In his remarks, Wike emphasized that he and the governor are close and continue to collaborate professionally. He dismissed insinuations of discord between them, stating, "There is no problem between me and the governor; we are very close; we work together and we will continue to work together."

Wike expressed deep sorrow over losing his close friend, noting that the funeral activities reinforced the reality of death. He thanked Governor Okpebholo for providing the governor's family with strength during their time of loss. Okpebholo also addressed the congregation, urging Nigerians to lead selfless lives and make meaningful contributions to society while they are alive.

He reflected on Orbih's passing as a reminder of life's unpredictability and the need for people to use their positions to better society. The Catholic Bishop of Auchi Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Gabriel Dunia, delivered a homily urging everyone to contemplate the temporary nature of life and the inevitability of death, emphasizing that titles, achievements, and social status could not prevent death.