According to Punch Newspaper, Dr. Doyin Okupe, former spokesperson of ex-president Olusegun Obasanjo and former Director-General of the Peter Obi Presidential Campaign, has spoken out about his resignation and the money laundering conviction that has affected his political career. In an interview on Arise News, Okupe refuted claims of a forced resignation, emphasizing that he made the decision voluntarily. He clarified that he reached out to Mr. Peter Obi the day after the judgment and expressed his decision to resign due to the unfolding events.
Addressing the circumstances surrounding his resignation, Okupe highlighted the regret he felt in making the decision but affirmed that it was necessary in light of the recent events. Despite facing challenges, he maintained transparency about his resignation process, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding his departure from his political roles. Okupe's remarks provide insight into the internal dynamics of his resignation and offer clarity on his stance amidst the controversies surrounding his political career.
Refuting claims of a forced resignation in an interview on Arise News on Tuesday, Okupe stated, “I mean, I was never forced to resign. I wasn’t. The second day after the judgment, I called Mr. Peter Obi, and I said, Peter, regrettably, because of this event, or what has happened, I must turn in my resignation.”