The ex-footballer was placed on admission at the Asaba Specialist Hospital, Asaba, for treatment of a heat-related illness.
Mr Okowa commended Mr Wike for his doggedness in ensuring development and for being a great voice in the party.
The governor asked Nigerians to embrace peaceful co-existence exemplified in brotherliness.
Mr Okowa said Agbarho-born driver’s bravery and patriotism-propelled risk saved what might have resulted in colossal loss of lives and property.
Mr Okowa stated this in a statement to
felicitate former Vice President Atiku Abubakar over his victory as the party’s presidential candidate.
Mr Okowa said rule of law and freedom of expression has now become an “expensive commodity” in Nigeria.
Mr. Owhefere passed away Wednesday night during a brief illness at the Federal Medical Centre, Asaba, at 57.
