The management of Daar Communications Plc have given further insight into the death of its founder and former chairman, High Chief Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi.
In a statement issued yesterday by the Group Managing Director of Daar Communications Mr Tony Akiotu, the organisation informed that High Chief Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi OFR, had been ill in the last few weeks but was well on his way to recovery.
According to them, the top politician and media mogul had a fall earlier on Monday while on the threadmill during a routine gym exercise.
Meanwhile, the Dokpesi family on Monday, issued a statement on the passage of the late High Chief Raymond Aleogho Anthony Dokpesi (Ezomo of Weppa-Wanno Kingdom).
The statement signed by his son, Raymond Dokpesi Jnr, extolled Dokpesi as “a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, who 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.”
High Chief Dokpesi died at the age of 71.
