Former Governor of Enugu state, Chimaroke Nnamani has described the death of High Chief Raymond Dokpesi founder of DAAR Communications plc as a monumental loss to the nation.
Senator Nnamani Senator who is also the Chairman of, Senate Committee on Cooperation & Integration in Nigeria/NEPAD lamented that the nation has lost an uncommon nationalist who was passionate about the welfare and wellbeing of Nigerians.
He added Dokpesi, an astute politician and media giant was a man of the people whose goodwill cuts across religious and ethnic boundaries in Nigeria and beyond.
He recalled Dokpesi’s pioneering role in the battle for the enthronement of democracy in Nigeria and the rule of Law.
The former Governor lamented that Dokpesi departed when his services to the nation were most needed.
According to Nnamani, Dokpesi’s Frontline role in the emergence of private broadcasting in Nigeria with AIT television and Ray Power Fm radio as well as 24-hour broadcasting is worthy of commendation.
He described Dokpesi as a jinx breaker pointing out that he was a very courageous man who never quits.
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He stated: “Dokpesi’s departure at this time is devastating and will be missed for his bold, frank, and positive contributions to the socio-economic and political development of Nigeria
Nnamani urged the media industry, his immediate family, friends, and colleagues of Dokpesi to take solace in the fact that the late media icon laid a solid foundation upon which his successors can build upon.
He prayed that his legacies and contributions will continue to inspire and influence the media industry for years to come.
(Editor: Ena Agbanoma)
