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Elder statesman remembered for integrity, service, and national dedication.
Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, has died at the age of 78.
In a statement issued by the Ogbeh family on Saturday, the former minister was confirmed to have “passed away peacefully” on 9 August 2025.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather; Chief Audu Ogbeh. He passed away on the 9th of August 2025 at the fulfilled age of 78,” the family announced.
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The statement described Ogbeh as a man who “departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation and community.” It added that his life “touched many” and set an example for others to follow.
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Funeral arrangements will be announced in due course, the family said, while requesting privacy during the mourning period.
Ogbeh, a seasoned politician and one-time National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, served in various political and public capacities over the decades, earning a reputation for bluntness and commitment to agricultural reform.
