Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark, has lamented the death of DAAR Communications founder, High Chief Raymond Dokpesi, saying he was a patriotic soldier.
Senator Mark stated that the nation had lost a political giant who believed and worked for the sanctity of our unity as a people.
Reacting to the demise of Dokpesi, Mark stated that the consummate politician and media giant was a great leader who stood to be counted when it mattered most.
He noted Dokpesi’s pioneering role in the struggle for the enthronement of democracy in Nigeria and pointed out that his exit had created a big vacuum that would be hard to fill.
Mark added: ” Dokpesi was the Visionary leader who pioneered the emergence of private broadcasting in Nigeria with AIT television and Ray Power Fm radio.
“He was Unarguably a trail blazer . He was a jinx breaker . He was a very courageous man . He was a goal getter who has no room for excuses.”
“His exit at this time is devastating. He was so passionate about the development of Nigeria. We shall miss his robust and positive contributions to the socio economic and political development of Nigeria.
“The media industry and indeed the nation has lost a visionary leader, and the void left by his death will be felt by many.
“I pray that his legacy and contributions continues to inspire and influence the media industry for years to come.
“My thoughts and prayers are with the immediate family, friends, and colleagues as they mourn the loss of this great man,” he was quoted by Paul Mumeh, his Media Adviser, on a statement in Abuja 9n Tiesday.
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