Tinubu Mourns Okupe: “Nigeria Still Needed His Wisdom And Experience

President Bola Tinubu on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Nigerian politician, Doyin Okupe, who died at the age of 72.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu noted that Okupe’s vast experience and insight remained invaluable to the nation at the time of his passing.

Extending his condolences, Tinubu sympathized with Okupe’s family, the Iperu-Remo community, the people and government of Ogun State, and all those affected by his demise.

He also highlighted Okupe’s numerous contributions to nation-building and public service.

“President Bola Tinubu extends his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and associates of Prince Doyin Okupe, a medical doctor, politician, communicator, and strategist who played a significant role in Nigeria’s political landscape,” the statement read.

A proud son of Iperu-Remo, Ogun State, Okupe served as Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to President Goodluck Jonathan and as Special Assistant on Media to President Olusegun Obasanjo.

With a political career spanning over three decades, Okupe held key roles, including National Publicity Secretary of the National Republican Convention (NRC). He was actively involved in the United Nigeria Congress Party (UNCP), the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), and the Accord Party, where he served as the national leader.

Most recently, he was the Director-General of the Labour Party’s Presidential Campaign for the 2023 election.

Beyond politics, Okupe made significant contributions to the medical field, co-founding the Royal Cross Medical Centre in Lagos and publishing Life Mirror, a health-focused newspaper.

Tinubu described Okupe as a bold and articulate advocate for national development and expressed deep sorrow over his loss, emphasizing the void his passing leaves in his home state and among all who knew him.