Nigerian Concord Newspaper
The immediate past Governor of Benue State, Chief Samuel Ortom, said the death of former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, Chief Audu Ogbeh, is an irreplaceable loss to the nation.
Ortom spoke in his condolence message to the deceased family through his Media Adviser, Mr. Terver Akase this evening.
The statement reads: “He states that Chief Ogbeh, a stalwart of Nigerian politics, a respected elder statesman, and a man of unimpeachable integrity, will be remembered for many great moments, initiatives, and his contributions to the development of the country.
“Chief Ogbeh’s enviable career in public service spanned several decades, beginning with his entry into politics as a member of the Benue State House of Assembly, where he served as Deputy Speaker, and continuing to his appointment as Federal Minister of Communications and Minister of Steel Development in the Second Republic, during which he showcased his versatility and leadership.”
“Chief Ortom says, as a founding member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ogbeh played a pivotal role in shaping the party’s early years, culminating in his role as its National Chairman.
“He points out that it was during Ogbeh’s time as the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development that Nigeria exported yams to other countries for the first time in 2017.
“The former Governor extends condolences to the family of Chief Audu Ogbeh and prays that God gives them the strength to bear the irreparable loss and grant his gentle soul eternal rest”