BREAKING: Ex-presidential spokesman, Doyin Okupe is dead

Dr. Doyin Okupe, a renowned Nigerian physician, politician, and former presidential aide, has passed away at the age of 72.

Sources close to the family revealed that Dr. Okupe had been critically ill in the weeks leading up to his demise. His health reportedly deteriorated significantly, raising concerns among his loved ones and supporters.

According to Sahara Reporters, his death was linked to cancer, marking the end of a prolonged battle with the illness. In October 2023, the media outlet reported that Okupe had been hospitalized with prostate cancer and was flown to Israel for treatment. However, it was gathered that his condition did not improve as expected.

Okupe was first diagnosed with prostate cancer 16 years ago and later developed sarcoma in his right shoulder.