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Earlier Thread: https://www.nairaland.com/8361508/doyin-okupe-dead

Dr. Adedoyin Ajibike Okupe, a respected Nigerian physician, politician, and media strategist, has passed away at the age of 72.  

Okupe was widely known for his contributions to both the medical and political landscapes in Nigeria.

His career spanned decades, during which he played a pivotal role in governance and public communication. His legacy remains significant in the country’s political and media spheres.

Here are ten key facts about his life and legacy:

1. Birth

Dr. Doyin Okupe was born on March 22, 1952, in Nigeria. He was a prominent physician, politician, and media strategist.

2. Medical background

Okupe trained as a medical doctor and practiced for several years before transitioning into politics and public service.

He co-founded the Royal Cross Medical Centre in Lagos alongside Dr. Seyi Roberts and Dr. Ladi Okuboyejo. Before establishing his private practice, he worked in government hospitals and the prestigious St. Nicholas Hospital.

3. Political career

He was a key figure in Nigerian politics, serving in various capacities under multiple administrations, including as a Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs.

4. Role in President Obasanjo’s government

During President Olusegun Obasanjo’s tenure (1999–2007), Okupe served as a presidential spokesperson and media adviser.

5. Service under President Goodluck Jonathan

In 2012, he was appointed Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to President Goodluck Jonathan, where he played a crucial role in government communications.

6. Influence in Nigerian politics

As a well-connected political strategist, Okupe was known for his strong opinions, loyalty to political allies, and deep involvement in Nigeria’s democratic process.

7. Association with Labour Party

He was instrumental in the early campaigns of Peter Obi’s 2023 presidential bid, serving as the Director-General of the Obi-Datti Presidential Campaign Organization before stepping down.

8. Legal and controversial challenges

Okupe faced legal battles over financial misconduct allegations but remained vocal about his political views and governance issues in Nigeria.

9. Family

He was a devoted family man, known for his wit, intelligence, and deep engagement in national issues beyond politics.

10. Death

Dr. Doyin Okupe passed away on March 7th, 2025. His death marked the end of a significant chapter in Nigeria’s political landscape, leaving behind a legacy of public service, political engagement, and media influence.

https://thisdaynigeria.news/2025/03/07/10-things-to-know-about-late-political-strategist-doyin-okupe/

Rest in peace Mr Okupe

One of his best legacy.

https://www.nairaland.com/7381060/doyin-okupe-nigeria-cant-afford


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5Z-gP5xk5Y

Journey well to your next incarnation, Dr Okupe.
You were a politician who contributed your quota to bring us to where we are today.
May the universe remember you accordingly.

Rip

If only we realized will die one day will look for legacy not wealth

This man don die??
Someone that has been active few days ago, and might even be expecting appointment from Tinubu for betraying Peter Obi.
May his soul rest in peace!!
Nothing dey this world.

dix man dat Obi made popular. I know he won't die a good death for betraying Atiku nd Obi. Let him go and sing "on ur mandate" in hell.


I'm from Warri(area) for Delta State, we nor dey take nonsense and we nor dey carry last, if u quote me anyhow u go take wotowoto

What of legacy of having a gay son with son of Peter Obi. .....both of them Labour party chieftains

This is the sad reality of life, he may have been strategizing of how to support President Tinubu in 2027. All of us beating and showing strength for 2027 we have no control of. We should think twice tomorrow is not promised. Rest in peace great man you have done your part on earth

no rip to waste

Rip, Dr Okupe

Life is transient. We're here today, gone tomorrow

RIP Okupe

This one pain me

because i liked him

The only legacy he left behind is that of political awhorism while trading his dignity even as a trained medical professional for peanuts. That is horrible.

He was a real nice fellow. I pray his soul rest in. Peace

Iamsane:
One of his best legacy.

https://www.nairaland.com/7381060/doyin-okupe-nigeria-cant-afford


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5Z-gP5xk5Y

If his death at 72 is one of his best legacy according to you then what's your own legacy while still alive Typing rubbish about the dead I guess.


Modified:

My apologies! I didn't see the video see you attached to your comment at first which i guess is what you're referring to.

You're making a good legacy yourself.

For me his leaving that bitter Peter Obi was one of his best legacy.

You didn't put that he is a political prostitute and a ass licker!

These prominent people that love Obi are passing away..... But there is God.
He can never pass away

Remember he has a gay son who's France base

What killed Him Abbegg.??


Na Accident.?

Kaybaba5:
Those prominent politicians that love Obi are passing away..... But there is God.
He can never pass away

The one that JOINED APC.??
And started singing praises for Tinubu.?

Kelklein:
I love the faith in Nigerian politicians tho..

They behave and carry themselves like they have 100 years more to live (the way they steal so much).. then gbam, they fall and die like chicken..

May God have mercy on his soul.

May Doyin Okupe burn in the hottest section of hell

May his soul rest in peace.....only God can judge him now

BluntCrazeMan:
What killed Him Abbegg.??


Na Accident.?

it is alleged to be prostrate cancer

After being a political prostitute with zero character, he didn't even live long to enjoy his new master or 2027

Iamsane:
One of his best legacy.

https://www.nairaland.com/7381060/doyin-okupe-nigeria-cant-afford


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O5Z-gP5xk5Y

He was one of the useless politicians with zero principles who made our country worse than it was at independence, such that we are begging oyinbos to recolonise us.

anonimi:
Neo-black Problem: Must Blacks Be Ruled by Whites in Order to Prosper?

In short, the neo-black dilemma may be framed as follows: is it better to live under white rule without political dignity but with basic life-sustaining standards for many;

or to live under black rule with illusory political dignity and without basic life- sustaining standards for the majority?
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The path forward for Africa lies in cultivating higher and adequate levels of personal and communal agential integrity as well as full personal responsibility and productivity. Not to mention creativity (including epistemic creativity), productive justice (such as merit and freedom), harmony and reconciliation at local and international levels, and a proper domestication of capitalism and other related values and institutions.

Africa must stop wasting her time on dreams of socialism because it is a system of wealth distribution primarily. Whereas, capitalism is a system of wealth creation primarily, and wealth has to be produced before it can be distributed.

https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2024/10/12/neo-black-problem-must-blacks-be-ruled-by-whites-in-order-to-prosper/

Omokri will soon join him

BluntCrazeMan:
What killed Him Abbegg.??


Na Accident.?

na DEATH kill am

His death is quite a shock!!!