Obi to Okupe: “The story of this historic effort, which has galvanised millions of our countrymen, particularly our youths, cannot be complete without mentioning your commitment, dedication, and the boundless energy that you brought to bear.”
By Emma Ogbuehi
It was a heartfelt appreciation of the contributions made by the former Director General of his campaign organization on Wednesday when the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Mr. Peter Obi, accepted the resignation of Dr. Doyin Okupe.
Okupe, Director General of the LP Presidential Campaign Council stepped down from the position on Tuesday following the ruling by a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja that convicted him (Okupe) of violating the Money Laundering Act.
In his emotive letter of resignation on Tuesday which he addressed personally to Obi, Okupe wrote, “Dear Peter, you will recall that I briefed you yesterday about my personal travails in seeking justice and clearing my name using the Nigerian legal system to pursue same.
“I have invested too much in your campaign to allow my personal travails to become a source of distraction.
“In the circumstances, I have decided to step aside and plead that you appoint a new campaign DG who can continue the assignment with zero distractions. God bless you and your family.”
Reacting to Okupe’s decision on Wednesday, Obi applauded Okupe’s support and tenacity that led to the countrywide acceptance of the party and its candidates.
“My Dear Elder Brother Doyin, I received your letter offering to step aside in order to avoid any distraction to the good work of trying to forge a new direction for our country, on board of which you have been from inception. It is a decision which I respect.
“The story of this historic effort, which has galvanised millions of our countrymen, particularly our youths, cannot be complete without mentioning your commitment, dedication, and the boundless energy that you brought to bear.
“It is my sincere hope that our legal system will afford you an opportunity to eventually clear your name,” Obi wrote.
