Former Anambra State governor and Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Dr. Doyin Okupe, whom he decided as his elder brother and a prominent figure in Nigeria’s political landscape.
In a heartfelt statement shared on his X handle, @PeterObi, he described Okupe’s death as a “profound loss” not only to his family but also to the nation.
Dr. Okupe, a vocal advocate for a better Nigeria, played a significant role in the country’s political sphere and was a cherished member of the Obidient family. Obi urged members of the Obidient Movement and other groups to pray for the eternal repose of Okupe’s soul and to support his grieving family during this difficult time.
“May God Almighty, who called him home, grant him eternal rest and grant his family, and all of us, the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss,” Obi wrote. He concluded with a prayer for divine blessings upon Okupe’s family.
The news of Okupe’s passing has sparked an outpouring of condolences from Nigerians, reflecting his impact on the nation’s political and social fabric.