Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu mourned the passing of Dr. Doyin Okupe, recognizing him as a significant political and medical figure in Nigeria. Okupe’s contributions spanned over three decades, impacting both politics and healthcare. Sanwo-Olu expressed condolences to Ogun State and highlighted the void left by Okupe’s death.
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, expressed profound sorrow over the death of Dr. Doyin Okupe, who served as spokesman for Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan. Passing away at the age of 72, Sanwo-Olu characterized Okupe’s death as a significant loss to Nigeria, especially to Ogun State, where Okupe was a prominent figure.
In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu acknowledged Okupe as a distinguished politician and strategist, renowned for his candid views on political matters. Additionally, as Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, he conveyed his condolences to Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun.
Sanwo-Olu reiterated, “I mourn the passing of a renowned political and media strategist and former presidential aide, Dr. Doyin Okupe.” He highlighted Okupe’s substantial contributions to Nigerian politics over three decades, including his tenure as National Publicity Secretary of the National Republican Convention during the Third Republic and his roles as Special Assistant to both Obasanjo and Jonathan.
Moreover, as a physician, Okupe positively influenced numerous lives while working in various public and private hospitals before co-founding Royal Cross Medical Centre in Lagos. Sanwo-Olu lamented, “Dr. Doyin Okupe’s passing is a great loss to Nigeria, particularly the political class.” He concluded with a prayer for eternal peace for Okupe and strength for his family and friends to cope with this significant loss.
In summary, Dr. Doyin Okupe’s death is recognized as a tremendous loss not only to his family and friends but also to Nigeria and the political community as a whole. His extensive contributions to healthcare and politics over several decades have left a remarkable legacy that will be remembered fondly. Governor Sanwo-Olu’s heartfelt tribute underlines the impact Okupe had throughout his career, and the compassion shared by the government and citizens during this mourning period.
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