Gen Useni demonstrated courage, dedication to military –Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined the government and people of Plateau State in mourning the passing of Lieutenant-General Jeremiah Timbut Useni, former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Useni died at the age 81 on Thursday. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a statement on Friday, said […]

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has joined the government and people of Plateau State in mourning the passing of Lieutenant-General Jeremiah Timbut Useni, former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

Useni died at the age 81 on Thursday.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a statement on Friday, said the President also extended his heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, military colleagues, and political associates of the former Governor of old Bendel State, 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.

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

The President prayed that God Almighty grant Lieutenant-General Useni’s soul eternal rest.