APC Chieftain, Jesutega Onokpasa Is Dead

Jesutega Onokpasa, a well-known lawyer and supporter of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), has passed away.

Jesutega Onokpasa died on Monday, though the cause of death has not been shared publicly.

Onokpasa was a vocal political commentator and a member of the APC’s Publicity Committee.

The deceased also played a key role in the party’s 2023 presidential campaign. He often appeared on television to defend President Bola Tinubu’s government.

His death was announced on social media by Okezie Atani, an APC supporter, who wrote: “We lost Barr. Jesutega Onokpasa, may his soul rest in perfect peace.”

A Facebook page called Renewed Hope United Kingdom also paid tribute to him, calling him a passionate advocate who shaped political discussions in Nigeria.

The post described his death as a major loss to both the legal and political communities.

The tribute entitled “A Farewell to a Passionate Advocate: Honouring Jesutega Onokpasa’s Legacy” reads:

“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.”

Jesutega Onokpasa leaves behind his wife and children.

KanyiDaily also reported that a former Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Mohammed Uwais, passed away at the age of 88.