Why I've never criticized Tinubu, former Obi's ally Okupe reveals

  • Doyin Okupe revealed his respect for President Bola Tinubu stems from their shared commitment to democracy during the NADECO era
  • Okupe maintained that despite political differences, he has never criticized Tinubu, citing their bond formed under military-era pressures
  • While defending Tinubu today, Okupe previously criticized him in 2013 over national conference policies and SURE-P, labelling some remarks as “ignorant”

Doyin Okupe, a former presidential aide and ally of Peter Obi, has revealed why he has never criticized President Bola Tinubu.

Okupe highlighted their shared history during the military era under the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO).