Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, has died at the age of 78.
Audu Ogbeh’s family announced his passing in a statement earlier on Saturday, confirming that the elder statesman died peacefully on August 9, 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 statement read.
The family described the late Ogbeh as a man who “departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation and community.” They added, “We are comforted by the many lives he touched and the example he set.”
The statement noted that details of his funeral arrangements would be made public in due course, while expressing gratitude to friends, colleagues, and well-wishers for their prayers and support. “We will appreciate some privacy at this time while we mourn the loss of our patriarch,” it concluded.
Audu Ogbeh, a seasoned politician and administrator, served as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development between 2015 and 2019.
He was also a former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and had a long career in public service, contributing to national policy on agriculture, food security, and rural development.
