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JUST IN: Ex-minister, Audu Ogbe Dies at 78

Chief Audu Ogbeh, a respected statesman, writer, and former Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, has died at the age of 78. His death was confirmed by his family in a statement released on Saturday.
“It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Chief Audu Ogbeh,” the statement read. “He passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of integrity, service, and dedication to our nation and community.”
The family expressed appreciation for the outpouring of support and condolences from the public, while requesting privacy as they grieve. Funeral arrangements, they said, will be announced at a later date.
Born on July 28, 1947, in Efugo-Otukpa, Ogbadibo Local Government Area of Benue State, Ogbeh led a distinguished career that spanned politics, agriculture, and the arts. He served as Nigeria’s Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development from 2015 to 2019, where he was known for championing food security and rural development initiatives.
Ogbeh’s political journey also saw him serve as Minister of Communications in the early 1980s during Nigeria’s Second Republic. From 2001 to 2005, he held the position of National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), playing a significant role in shaping the country’s democratic landscape.
In addition to his public service, Ogbeh was a prominent literary figure, having authored several plays that remain influential in Nigerian literature.
Chief Ogbeh is remembered not only for his contributions to governance and the arts but also for his deep commitment to community and national development. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and a nation that mourns his loss.
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Kogi Harvests First Greenhouse Cucumbers at Federal University Lokoja
Fanwo said that the agricultural revolution in Kogi State under the administration of Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo was inspired by the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Agriculture, which places emphasis on supporting states to produce what Nigerians eat and eat what Nigerians produce.

The Kogi State Government on Thursday successfully harvested the first greenhouse-grown cucumbers at the Federal University, Lokoja.
The State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, said : ” A total of 260 kilograms of cucumbers was harvested. The harvest is expected to continue weekly for the next three months before another crop will be planted.”
Fanwo disclosed that the harvesting was supervised by representatives of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo – the Commissioner for Environment and Ecological Management, Engr. Olusegun Joseph, and the State ACReSAL Project Coordinator, Barr. Ladi Ahmed Jatto.
He emphasised that the success of the greenhouse project underscores Governor Ododo’s commitment to promoting food security, tackling food inflation, and ensuring sustainable prosperity for the people of Kogi State.
“Our women and youths are now at the forefront of Kogi’s agricultural revolution,” he said.
Fanwo said that the agricultural revolution in Kogi State under the administration of Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo was inspired by the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Agriculture, which places emphasis on supporting states to produce what Nigerians eat and eat what Nigerians produce.
“Mr President has empowered the State and has energized the agricultural sector with his policies and support. We are only responding to his support by ensuring farmers benefit directly and also to expand our value chain in the sector as a State. We are grateful to Mr President for sparking a revolution in the nation’s agricultural sector”, he said.
“A total of 260 kilograms of cucumbers was harvested. The harvest is expected to continue weekly for the next three months before another crop will be planted.”
The project is currently been implemented in the three senatorial zones of the State.
“Through ACReSAL, thousands of farmers are being empowered across the State, and Kogi is fast becoming a model of agricultural resilience and productivity.
“We didn’t just go to Lagos to sign the Food For Lagos Partnership just for the television flashes. We are back home to walk our talk and become the noiseless food basket of Nigeria”, he said.
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Police Obeys Court Order to Suspend Tinted Glass Permits Enforcement
The court issued the interim order during a hearing in Suit No. FHC/WR/CS/103/2025 instituted by John Aikpokpo-Martins against the IGP and the police.

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the suspension of vehicle tinted glass permit because of a court order halting the enforcement for now.
Spokesperson for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command, SP Josephine Adeh confirmed the suspension on Wednesday, October 8.
Recall Federal High Court in Warri, Delta State, last week ordered the Nigeria Police Force and the Inspector-General of police (IGP) to suspend the enforcement of the tinted glass permit across the country.
The court ordered the police and the IGP to maintain the status quo and “respect judicial processes pending further proceedings in the matter.”
The court issued the interim order during a hearing in Suit No. FHC/WR/CS/103/2025 instituted by John Aikpokpo-Martins against the IGP and the police.
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My resignation not admission of guilt – Nnaji
My decision to step aside is therefore a personal choice, not an admission of guilt. It is a principled decision to respect the sanctity of due process and to preserve the integrity of the judicial proceedings currently before the court

The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Geoffrey Nnaji, says his resignation from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet is not an admission of guilt but a personal choice.
Nnaji, who was appointed in August 2023, announced his resignation in a letter to the President on Tuesday, expressing appreciation for the opportunity to serve.
This is contained in a statement he signed in Abuja.
Nnaji was appointed as minister by the administration of President Bola Tinubu in August 2023, but resigned amidst controversies surrounding allegations of certificate forgery.
He noted that over the past week, an orchestrated, sustained campaign of falsehood, politically motivated, and malicious attacks was waged against him across print, electronic and social media platforms.
Nnaji emphasized that these unfounded allegations and media distortions not only caused personal distress but also distracted him from work.
He had put in five decades building a reputation anchored on hard work, honour and service to humanity.
Nnaji said that he could not, in good conscience, allow these distortions to cast a shadow over the noble objectives of the present administration.
“My decision to step aside is therefore a personal choice, not an admission of guilt. It is a principled decision to respect the sanctity of due process and to preserve the integrity of the judicial proceedings currently before the court, ” he said.
Nnaji expressed optimism that in the end, justice will vindicate the just.
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