Labour Party criticized for turning back on Okupe despite his sacrifices

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  • Isaac Balami criticized the Labour Party for abandoning Dr. Doyin Okupe despite his financial and personal sacrifices during the 2023 election campaign
  • He recalled how Okupe covered financial shortfalls and was left unsupported after his surgery, while some party members falsely accused him of betrayal
  • Balami defended Okupes return to the APC, stating it was a personal choice for reconciliation, not financial gain, and urged Nigerians to learn from his legacy

Okupe was a prominent and important figure in Peter Obi’s upsetting run for the presidency in 2023. Image: FB/Asiwau Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Doyin OkupeSource: Facebook Okupe described as man of integrityThe only campaign I have ever been involved in where a leader would personally cover financial gaps was under Dr. Okupe, Balami stated.He was selfless. If we had 100 million naira for a campaign event, he would ensure the funds were distributed equitably, and any shortfallwhether 3, 4, or 10 millionhe would either raise it or cover it himself.Okupe decamped to the All Progressive Congress before his death.Source: UGCFor 18 months after the campaign, they never called him, never asked, How are you feeling? And yet, some of these same people now sit back and accuse him of leaving them for money, Balami remarked.For the few Obidients insulting him on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, they are very ignorant, he said.But he already forgave them, as he forgave everyone who betrayed him.He told me personally, I went back because I have seen it all. I went back to reconcile with people who never hurt me, Balami recounted.He has done his part, and now it is left to us. In life, whatever you sow, you will reap.10 things about late former presidential spokesperson

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