Nigeria has lost one of its respected statesmen, Chief Audu Ogbeh, a former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 78.
The Ogbeh family confirmed the news in a statement issued on Saturday, announcing that the elder statesman died peacefully.
“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.
Remembered for his dedication to public service and his role in shaping agricultural policy, Ogbeh was widely respected for his integrity and commitment to national development.
“He departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation and community,” the family stated, adding, “We are comforted by the many lives he touched and the example he set.”
The family noted that funeral arrangements would be shared in due course and thanked Nigerians for their prayers and support.
“We will appreciate some privacy at this time while we mourn the loss of our patriarch,” the statement concluded.
DAILY GAZETTE recall that Chief Ogbeh served in various political roles during his lifetime and was a prominent voice in national discourse, particularly in the areas of agriculture and rural development.
