Prince Abubakar Audu

Prince Abubakar Audu was a prominent Nigerian politician and a founding figure in the political landscape of Kogi State. He served as the governor of Kogi State from 1999 until 2003 and was a key player in the All Progressives Congress (APC) party. His unexpected death in 2015 during the governorship election process led to significant political upheaval and divisions within the party and the state, as he was regarded as a crucial leader whose legacy continues to influence Kogi State politics.