By Aloysius Umalo, Makurdi
Governor Hyacinth Alia as well as the immediate past Governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State are mourning the passing of former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Innocent Audu Ogbeh.
Ogbeh, a respected elder statesman and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), is remembered for his immense contributions to Nigerian politics and the agricultural sector.
Governor Alia expressed deep sadness over the loss and highlighted Chief Ogbeh’s successful and fulfilled life.
Former Governor Samuel Ortom on his part described him as an irreplaceable loss to the nation, citing his remarkable career in public service and leadership roles in the PDP and the agricultural sector.
In a similar vein, The APC, under the leadership of Comrade Austin Agada, has also extended heartfelt condolences to the Ogbeh family.
They recognized Chief Ogbeh’s dedication to the vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his significant contributions to Nigeria’s political development and agriculture.
A statement by the state APC Publicity Secretary, Comrade Daniel Morgan Ihomun says the legacy of Chief Audu Ogbeh will always be remembered, and prayed for the repose of his soul .
