Daily Justice

LAGOS, March 7, 2025 – Doyin Okupe, former presidential spokesperson and a prominent figure in Nigerian politics, has passed away at the age of 72. His death was confirmed today, Friday, March 7, 2025.

Okupe was a well-known political strategist who served as an adviser to former President Goodluck Jonathan. In more recent years, he played a key role in the 2023 presidential election, initially leading the campaign for Labour Party candidate Peter Obi before stepping down due to a money laundering conviction. Despite this, he later emerged as a vocal figure within President Bola Tinubu’s administration, contributing to national discourse on governance and policy.

His passing marks the end of a decades-long political career that saw him traverse multiple administrations and leave a lasting impact on Nigeria’s political landscape.

Tributes have begun pouring in from political figures and the public, honouring his contributions to the country. More details on the circumstances surrounding his death are expected to emerge in due course.