Dr. Adedoyin Ajibike Okupe, fondly known as Doyin Okupe, was born on March 22, 1952, in Iperu, Ogun State, Nigeria.

He was the son of Chief Matthew Adekoya Okupe, a respected banker with Agbonmagbe Bank.

Education and Medical Career

Attended St. Jude’s School in Ebute Metta, Lagos, and Igbobi College in Yaba, Lagos.

Studied Medicine at the University of Ibadan, graduating in 1976.

Co-founded Royal Cross Medical Centre in Lagos, serving as Managing Director.

Published “Life Mirror,” Nigeria’s first health newspaper, in 1988.

Political Career

National Publicity Secretary of the National Republican Convention (NRC) during the Third Republic.

Special Assistant on Media and Publicity to President Olusegun Obasanjo (1999-2007).

Senior Special Assistant on Public Affairs to President Goodluck Jonathan (2012-2015).

Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign under the Labour Party in 2022.

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Personal Life

Married to Aduralere Okupe.

Father to two sons, Ditan and Bolu.

Legacy

Okupe’s life was marked by dedication to public service, both as a physician and a politician. His contributions to Nigeria’s healthcare and political landscapes remain significant.

Funeral Arrangements

Details of the funeral arrangements will be announced by the family in due course. Okupe’s legacy of service and commitment to Nigeria will be remembered by many.