Former Minister Audu Ogbeh Passes Away, Leaving Legacy in Nigeria's Agriculture
Former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Audu Ogbeh, has passed away. The news emerged early on Saturday, with his family confirming the sad event.
Ogbeh, a multifaceted figure, was not only a politician but also a farmer and playwright. He served as the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development from 2015 to 2019, a period marked by significant strides in the sector, according to agriculture expert Akin Alabi. However, Alabi noted that Ogbeh's policies lacked youth inclusivity.
Godwin Egbebe, National Publicity Secretary of Poultry Association of Nigeria, remembered Ogbeh's passion for agriculture. Femi Oke, Chairman of Lagos and Southwest All Farmers Association of Nigeria (AFAN), praised Ogbeh's policies during his tenure, highlighting their positive impact on the sector.
Audu Ogbeh's death leaves a void in Nigeria's agricultural landscape. His contributions to the sector during his ministerial tenure are widely recognised. Despite the lack of youth inclusivity in his programmes, his passion for agriculture and its development is undeniable. The details surrounding his death remain unclear, with no further information provided by his family.
