# Death of PDP chieftain Daniel Osi Orbih

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/death-of-pdp-chieftain-daniel-osi-orbih
> Updated: 2026-09-03T21:34:59.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2.

Chief Daniel Osi Orbih, a prominent chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former PDP State Chairman for Edo State, died on August 31, 2026, at the age of 64.

Orbih held several significant roles, including PDP National Vice Chairman for the South-South zone and Chairman of the Governing Council of Ambrose Alli University. Following his death, political leaders from across the spectrum issued tributes. Nyesom Wike described him as a “committed political ally,” while All Progressives Congress (APC) National Vice Chairman Victor Giadom called him a “bridge-builder” who participated in the “Rainbow Coalition” to support President Bola Tinubu’s re-election.

Senator Adams Oshiomhole also recognized Orbih’s commitment to public service, noting a friendship that lasted over forty years despite their political differences.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-03: Daniel Osi Orbih: Nigerian political leaders mourn PDP chieftain

Nigerian political leaders, including members of the APC and PDP, are mourning the death of prominent statesman and PDP chieftain Chief Daniel Osi Orbih, aged 64.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daniel-osi-orbih-nigerian-political-leaders-mourn-pdp-chieftain

### 2026-09-01: Dan Orbih, prominent PDP chieftain, dies at 64

Prominent PDP chieftain and former South-South National Vice Chairman Chief Daniel Osi Orbih has died at age 64, leaving a significant legacy in Edo State politics.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/daniel-osi-orbih-prominent-pdp-chieftain-dies

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