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Tinubu, Northern Governors mourn former FCT minister, Jeremiah Useni

By Salif Atojoko, Abuja,

Attah Willies, Gombe

Jan. 24, 2025

President Bola Tinubu has joined the government and people of Plateau in mourning Lt-Gen. Jeremiah Timbut Useni, former minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), who died on Thursday at 81.

The President extended his condolences to the family, friends, military colleagues, and political associates of the former Governor of old Bendel, Minister of Transport, and Quarter-Master General of the Nigerian Army.

President Tinubu said Useni demonstrated courage and dedication throughout his military career and inspired many young officers to prioritise national interests above personal gain, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in a statement on Friday.

“The President states that the late Useni also made some difference in politics as deputy national chairman of the All Nigeria Peoples Party and senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District.

“The President prays that God Almighty will grant Lieutenant-General Useni’s soul eternal rest and solace for his family,” said the statement.

 Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Northern States Governors’ Forum and Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has also expressed deep sadness over the demise of Lt. General Useni (rtd).

In a condolence message on behalf of the Forum, made available to our Correspondent in Gombe by Ismaila Uba Misilli, DG Press Affairs, Government House Gombe, Governor Inuwa described the late General Useni as a committed patriot, a seasoned military officer, and an exemplary statesman who dedicated his life to the service of the nation.

He noted the former Minister’s remarkable role in the development of the Federal Capital Territory and his steadfast commitment to national unity and progress when he served as a Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District, stating that his contributions would remain indelible in the annals of Nigeria’s history.

“Lt. General Useni was a highly respected leader whose remarkable service in both military and civil capacities left a significant impact on Nigeria’s governance and development.

“His wealth of experience, wisdom, and commitment to national unity will be sorely missed,” Governor Inuwa Yahaya remarked.

The NSGF Chairman extended his condolences to Governor Caleb Muftwang, the Government and people of Plateau State, where the late General hailed from, as well as his family and associates, urging them to take solace in his exemplary life and enduring legacies of patriotism and service.

“On behalf of the Northern Governors’ Forum, I offer our heartfelt condolences to his family, our dear brother, Governor Caleb Muftwang, the good people of Plateau State, and indeed the entire nation.

“We pray Almighty God to grant the deceased eternal rest and give his loved ones the fortitude to bear this great loss,” he added.

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