Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, describing it as a huge blow to the North Central region and the nation at large.
In a statement issued on Sunday through his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye, Governor AbdulRazaq hailed Ogbeh as a statesman, thought leader, and nationalist whose influence and service extended far beyond politics.
“Chief Audu Ogbeh was a dependable leader of our region,” the Governor said.
“He earned the respect of all for his outstanding leadership and selfless service to Nigeria, particularly during his tenure as Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development.”
Governor AbdulRazaq offered heartfelt condolences to the people and government of Benue State, as well as to Ogbeh’s family and associates, praying for strength and comfort for them in this period of grief.
