“NIGERIA MOURNS: FORMER MINISTER AUDU OGBEH PASSES AWAY AT 78”
GREATRIBUNETVNWES–Chief Audu Ogbeh, a respected former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, has died at the age of 78. His family announced his passing in a statement on Saturday, August 9, 2025, describing him as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who left behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to the nation and community .
Tributes Pour In
Ogbeh’s death has sparked an outpouring of tributes from across Nigeria, with political leaders, colleagues, and former associates hailing him as a man whose life’s work left a lasting impact on the country’s agricultural landscape and governance. He was known for his calm voice, strong values, and policy innovations, particularly during his tenure as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development from 2015 to 2019 .
A Life of Service
Chief Ogbeh had a distinguished career spanning academia, agriculture, and politics. He served as :
– Deputy Speaker, Benue State House of Assembly: 1979-1982
– Minister of Communications: 1982-1983
– Minister of Steel Development: 1983
– Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development: 2015-2019
– National Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP): 2001-2005
Legacy Lives On
The family has requested privacy as they mourn their patriarch, while funeral arrangements are yet to be disclosed. Ogbeh’s legacy of principled leadership and commitment to rural development will continue to inspire future generations
A former university lecturer, Chief Audu Innocent was also a distinguished farmer.
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