JUST IN: APC chieftain, Jesutega Onokpasa, is dead

Jesutega Onokpasa, a prominent chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has reportedly passed away.

The respected lawyer and political analyst died on Monday, according to reports circulating on social media.

His death was confirmed on Tuesday by Okezie Atani, a pro-APC advocate, who made the announcement via his X (formerly Twitter) account. Atani noted that Onokpasa is survived by his wife and children.

Onokpasa was well-known for his vocal political commentary and steadfast support of the APC over the years. His passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, political allies, and admirers across Nigeria’s political landscape.

He wrote, “We lost Barr. Jesutega Onokpasa, may his soul rest in perfect peace.”

A Facebook page named Renewed Hope United Kingdom also wrote a tribute entitled “A Farewell to a Passionate Advocate: Honouring Jesutega Onokpasa’s Legacy” to announce the late APC chieftain’s demise.

It wrote, “The passing of Barrister Jesutega Onokpasa is a profound loss to the Nigerian political and legal landscape. As a dedicated lawyer and political commentator, he was deeply engaged in shaping discourse and advocating for his beliefs.

“His contributions as a member of the APC Publicity Committee and the APC Presidential Campaign Council in 2023 reflected his commitment to his party and the nation. Onokpasa’s voice, whether in support or critique, was a vital part of Nigeria’s democratic conversation, and his absence will be deeply felt. May his family, friends, and colleagues find strength and solace in this difficult time.

“May His Soul Rest in Perfect Peace. Amen.”

Onokpasa, an APC’s Presidential Campaign Council member in 2023, passed away under yet-to-be-disclosed circumstances.

He also served on the APC’s Publicity Committee.

He gained national attention for his political commentary and staunch support for President Bola Tinubu, often appearing on TV to defend the administration.