Dr. Doyin Okupe, former presidential spokesperson and prominent political strategist, has passed away.
His death was confirmed on Friday, March 7, 2025.
Okupe, 71, was a key figure in Nigerian politics, having served as a senior adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan and, more recently, as the Director-General of Peter Obi’s 2023 Presidential Campaign.
However, his political journey was marked by controversies.
In December 2022, Okupe stepped down from Obi’s campaign after being convicted of money laundering.
He later resigned from the Labour Party following the 2023 general election.
In a surprising political shift, Okupe became a vocal supporter of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, frequently engaging in political debates and commentary.