Nigeria has lost a respected elder statesman with the passing of Chief Audu Ogbeh, a former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. Ogbeh died peacefully on Saturday at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to the nation and community.
A statement by the Ogbeh family read: “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 Ogbeh as a man who “departed peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation and community.”
“We are comforted by the many lives he touched and the example he set,” the statement added.
The family stated that funeral details would be announced in due course and expressed appreciation 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,” the statement read.
