Prominent lawyer, All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, and political commentator Barrister Jesutega Onokpasa has reportedly passed away. He died on Monday, June 9, 2025, under circumstances yet to be officially disclosed.
The news of his passing was confirmed by pro-APC advocate Okezie Atani, who took to his X (formerly Twitter) account on Tuesday to announce the sad development. “We lost Barr. Jesutega Onokpasa. May his soul rest in perfect peace,” Atani wrote.
Onokpasa is survived by his wife and children. The deceased known for his firm stance on national issues and his frequent appearances in televised political debates, Onokpasa gained nationwide recognition for his staunch support of President Bola Tinubu and the APC administration.
He was a member of the APC Presidential Campaign Council in 2023 and also served on the APC Publicity Committee, where he played a key role in articulating party policies and defending government actions in public forums.
His fiery commentary and unfiltered political analysis made him a notable figure within Nigeria’s political media space. A Facebook page affiliated with the party’s supporters in the diaspora, Renewed Hope United Kingdom, shared a heartfelt tribute titled “A Farewell to a Passionate Advocate: Honouring Jesutega Onokpasa’s Legacy.”
The tribute read in part: “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.”
The tribute concluded with prayers for strength and comfort for his family, friends, and political allies: “May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
Jesutega Onokpasa was no stranger to public debate and controversy. He regularly appeared on major Nigerian television stations, where he vigorously defended the APC-led administration, often drawing both admiration and criticism for his blunt takes on political matters.
His unexpected death leaves a void in the political commentary landscape and within the ranks of the APC’s media advocacy machinery.
