As the Labour party, (LP), shops for possible replacement of Dr. Doyin Okupe, Campaign Director General who was recently convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction over his involvement in fraudulent activity, the presidential flag bearer, Peter Obi has expressed fears if Nigeria’s law would afford the embattled DG the opportunity to clear his name as most democratic enthusiasts believed the charge was politically motivated.
Peter Obi made this declaration while accepting the resignation of Dr, Okupe as the party’s campaign organization director general.
Peter Obi, in an acceptance letter to Okupe, stated that It’s his sincere hope that our legal system will afford you an opportunity to eventually clear your name.
The letter read: “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 galvanized 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.
“Your brother, Peter Obi.”
It would be recalled that Okupe in his resignation letter to Peter Obi on Tuesday, said he is stepping down to fight for justice in order to clear his name, using the Nigerian Legal System to pursue same.
This development comes after the Abuja Division of the Federal High Court, found him guilty of receiving over N200 million cash from former National Security Adviser (NSA). Col. Sambo Dasuki.
