Jesutega Onokpasa, a chieftain of the All Progressive’s Congress is reportedly dead. The lawyer and prominent political commentator died on Monday.
Okezie Atani while announcing the demise of the lawyer on his X account said the political analyst was survived by his wife and children.
He wrote, “We lost Barr. Jesutega Onokpasa, may his soul rest in perfect peace.”
Renewed Hope United Kingdom in a tribute posted on it’s Facebook page wrote “A Farewell to a Passionate Advocate: Honouring Jesutega Onokpasa’s Legacy” in a tribute to announce the late APC chieftain’s demise.
It wrote, “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.”
The circumstances surrounding the demise of the former member of the APC’s Presidential Campaign Council member in 2023 is yet to be disclosed.
