Tinubu describes Okupe as bold advocate for national development

Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja

 

President Bola Tinubu has described Doyin Okupe, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s political landscape as a bold advocate for national development, expressing deep sorrow over his passing

He has extended heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and associates, in a statement issued by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

Okupe, a medical doctor and seasoned politician from Iperu-Remo in Ogun State, served as a special assistant to Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan.

He also led the Labour Party’s presidential campaign in 2023 and co-founded the Royal Cross Medical Centre in Lagos.

He commiserated with the people of Ogun State, particularly the Iperu-Remo community, and prayed for the repose of Okupe’s soul.

 

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