Former President of the Senate, Senator David Mark has described late Raymond Dokpesi as a patriotic soldier.
Mark who stated this in statement by his Media Adviser, Paul Mumeh Tuesday in Abuja, said the nation has lost a political giant.
He said Dokpesi believed and worked for the sanctity of the unity of Nigeria as a people.
Mark stated that the consummate politician and media giant was a great leader who stood to be counted when it mattered.
He said Dokpesi’s exit has created a huge vacuum that would be hard to fill.
” 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 and 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 said.