…Tinubu condoles with family
The Founder of Africa Independent Television (AIT), High Chief Raymond Aleogho Dokpesi is dead.
His son Raymond Dokpesi (JNR) who confirmed his death said the Ezomo of Weppa-Wanno Kingdom passed away on May 29th, 2023.
Dokpesi died earlier today, Monday after falling while on the treadmill during a routine gym exercise. He was 71 years old.
He had been sick for some weeks earlier.
Dokpesi Junior said: “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.” He said.
Meanwhile, the Board and Management of DAAR Communications PLC has also confirmed the death of its founder.
Group Managing Director, Tony Akiotu, said: “He had been ill in the last few weeks but was well on his way to recovery. He had a fall earlier today, while on the treadmill during a routine gym exercise.
Tinubu condoles AIT, family
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of the founder of Daar Communications, owners of African Independence Television (AIT) and Raypower, High Chief Raymond Dokpesi.
In a statement issued from his office Monday evening, and signed by Abdulaziz Abdulaziz, the President described the death of the media mogul as a huge loss to the Nigerian media industry and the country.
“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.
