APC Chieftain Jesutega Onokpasa Dies in Shocking Twist After Declaring War on Tinubu’s 2027 Bid

Jesutega Onokpasa, a prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and staunch supporter of President Bola Tinubu during the 2023 presidential election, has been confirmed dead.

TJ News Nigeria reports that the outspoken APC chieftain, who was also a lawyer and renowned political commentator, died just days after making headlines for vowing to mobilise against President Tinubu in the 2027 presidential election.

Onokpasa’s Role in APC and National Politics

Until his death, Jesutega Onokpasa served as a respected member of the APC Presidential Campaign Council (PCC) in the 2023 elections. He was also a notable figure within the party’s Publicity Committee.

 

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Known for his articulate and combative media appearances, Onokpasa gained widespread national attention during a fiery exchange with Arise TV anchor, Rufai Oseni, during a live television broadcast ahead of the 2023 polls.

For many within APC circles, Onokpasa was regarded as one of Tinubu’s most vocal defenders during the turbulent electioneering period, frequently engaging in public debates to defend the President’s policies and candidacy.

Why Jesutega Onokpasa Turned Against Tinubu

However, in a dramatic twist shortly before his death, Onokpasa publicly declared that he would not support Tinubu’s re-election bid in 2027, citing several grievances.

TJ News Nigeria learnt that his dissatisfaction stemmed from what he described as:

• Failure to address worsening insecurity in Nigeria.

• Persistent economic hardship faced by ordinary citizens.

• Neglect of APC loyalists who stood by the President during the challenging 2023 election.

Speaking during a media interview, he accused the administration of abandoning those who risked their political reputations to secure Tinubu’s electoral victory.

Social Media Reactions

News of his death has sparked mixed reactions across social media platforms. While many APC supporters expressed condolences, some Nigerians highlighted the irony of his sudden death coming shortly after his public fallout with the Tinubu administration.

Prominent political analysts have described Onokpasa’s sudden demise as a significant loss to Nigeria’s political discourse, given his contributions as a fiery commentator on national issues.

Cause of Death

As of the time of this report, the exact cause of Jesutega Onokpasa’s death has not been officially disclosed. Family members and party associates have yet to release an official statement regarding burial arrangements.

Profile of Jesutega Onokpasa

• Profession: Lawyer and Political Commentator

• Political Affiliation: All Progressives Congress (APC)

• Role in 2023 Elections: Member, APC Presidential Campaign Council

• Known For: Outspoken support for APC, frequent media appearances, clash with Arise TV’s Rufai Oseni

What Next?

With Onokpasa’s passing, political observers are closely watching how this development may affect internal APC dynamics, especially as discussions about the 2027 general elections begin to emerge.

TJ News Nigeria will continue to monitor developments around his death and provide updates as they become available.

 

Reporting by Omajemite Don for TJ News Nigeria