US EditionEx-Minister, Audu Ogbeh Is Dead
BENUE STATE, NIGERIA, AUG 9 – Audu Ogbeh, who led the Peoples Democratic Party from 2001 to 2005 and served as Agriculture Minister, died peacefully at 78 after managing age-related health issues, family said.
- Dying peacefully in his sleep, Chief Audu Ogbeh died on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 78, his family announced.
- Before his ministerial roles, Chief Audu Ogbeh began his political career in 1979 by winning a seat in the Benue State House of Assembly and serving as Deputy Speaker until 1982.
- As Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Ogbeh announced that Buhari approved the Ruga plan to set aside grazing areas with water, pasture, and schools for herders.
- Following the announcement, condolences poured in as Governor Inuwa Yahaya described Ogbeh as a towering political figure, with the family requesting privacy and funeral details to be announced later.
- Chief Audu Ogbeh’s legacy endures through his contributions to Nigerian politics, agricultural policy, and his five plays that remain literary references.
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Former Agriculture Minister Audu Ogbeh Dies at 78
Audu Ogbeh, former Minister of Agriculture and ex-chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has passed away at the age of 78. Ogbeh died on Saturday, August 9, 2025, his family announced in a statement, noting that he “departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service and dedication to our nation.” Funeral arrangements will be announced later, with the family requesting privacy as they mourn “the loss of our patriarch.” Kn…
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Freedom OnlineAudu Ogbeh is dead
Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, is dead. According to a statement issued by his family, Ogbeh died at the age of 78. “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.” “He departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation a…
Ex-minister, Audu Ogbeh is dead
Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, has passed away at the age of 78. He died on Saturday. A statement by the Ogbeh family on Saturday said the elder statesman died peacefully on Saturday. “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 de…
The Late Audu Ogbeh Served Nigeria Well- Speaker Abbas - Voice of Nigeria Broadcasting Service
The Speaker of the House of Representatives Mr. Abbas Tajudeen has described as shocking the demise of a former chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Chief Audu Ogbeh, who passed away on Saturday, aged 78. Speaker Abbas described the Otukpo, Benue State-born Chief Ogbeh as an elder statesman who spent most of his life in diligence service to Nigeria and the people. Speaker Abbas, in a condolence message issued on Sunday through his Spe…
Audu Ogbeh's passage a monumental loss - SGF Akume - THE AUTHORITY NEWS
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of elder statesman and former Minister of Agriculture, Chief Audu Ogbeh, describing it as a monumental loss to the nation. Akume, who paid a condolence visit to the late statesman’s residence in Abuja on Saturday, also described the late politician as a distinguished leader, consummate public servant, and patriot, who committed his …
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