A close ally of the late military dictator, Gen. Sani Abacha, and a former Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lt. General Jeremiah Timbut Useni (retd), has passed away.
According to family sources, Gen. Useni died on Thursday January 23, 2025, following a protracted illness.
His death was also confirmed in a statement by Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State through his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere.
Mutfwang described the death of General Useni as a tremendous loss not only to his immediate family but also to the Nigerian Armed Forces, Plateau State, and the entire nation.
He said: “General Useni served Nigeria with distinction in various capacities, including as Minister of Transport, Quarter-Master General of the Nigerian Army, and Minister of the FCT.
“After retiring from the military, General Useni transitioned into politics, where he continued his service to the nation. He served as Deputy Chairman of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP) and was elected Senator representing Plateau South Senatorial District in 2015 under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
“On behalf of my family, the government, and the peace-loving people of Plateau State, I extend my deepest sympathies to the President, the Nigerian Armed Forces, the immediate family, and all those mourning the loss of this distinguished elder statesman.”