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THE Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), Chief Olusegun Runsewe, has described late Raymond Dokpesi as a patriotic Nigerian that will for a long time be remembered for his immense contributions to the development of Nigeria.
Runsewe stated this in a condolence message issued in Abuja on Tuesday by the Director, Special Duties, Dr Gerald Adewole.
Runsewe, who expressed shock over the death of Dokpesi, said the late Chairman of African Independent Television (AIT) was a very innovative, enterprising and detribalised Nigerian of uncommon courage.
He noted that Dokpesi brought his wealth of knowledge and resourcefulness to bear in turning around the broadcast industry in Nigeria and pioneered the birth and phenomena growth of the first private broadcasting in this part of the world.
“The Dokpesi business empire has provided direct employment to hundreds of Nigerians, impacting their lives, reducing poverty and stimulating the socio-economic growth of our nation.
“If every Nigerian of Dokpesi’s status can give back to the society the way he selflessly did, poverty, crime and criminality will reduce in our society and Nigeria will be better for it.
Reflecting on his personal relationship with the late media icon, Runsewe said that Dokpesi was not just a dependable friend and ally, but was also a loving and caring brother.
The NCAC boss prayed for the repose of his soul and for God to strengthen his family members and friends at this trying period. (NAN)
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Tags: Chief Olusegun Runsewe Director-General of the National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC) Dr Gerald Adewole.
