All the nation got here collectively in grief and remembrance because the funeral of the late Jeremiah Useni, a former minister of the FCT and former Nigerian navy officer and politician, came about on Saturday in his hometown of Langtang, Plateau State.

A revered determine who devoted his life to the unity and improvement of Nigeria, Useni’s passing has left a deep void within the hearts of many throughout the nation. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the ceremony paid tribute to the late Useni, emphasizing his unwavering dedication to nationwide unity.

Represented by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Nentawe Yiltwada, Tinubu described Useni as a person who devoted his life to making sure the cohesiveness of Nigeria, highlighting his function in selling peace and improvement throughout and after his service years.

In his funeral oration, Governor Caleb Mannaseh Mutfwang of Plateau State expressed gratitude to Nigerians for his or her assist in direction of the success of the burial. Governor Mutfwang emphasised that Useni’s legacy was not simply one in every of navy service, but in addition compassion and dedication to Nigeria’s peace and prosperity.

Mutfwang acknowledged Useni’s tireless efforts in guaranteeing nationwide unity and improvement, particularly in Plateau State. He stated his contributions to the state and all the nation had been acknowledged, expressing appreciation for Useni’s function within the progress of the state. He famous that the late Lt. Common had touched numerous lives by means of his acts of kindness and advocacy for peace amongst Nigerians.

“How a person ends his life issues, and for Common Useni, the remaining days of his life had been devoted to in search of forgiveness,” Governor Mutfwang shared. Josiah Idowu Fearon, a bishop who officiated the sermon throughout the service, spoke on the qualities that made Useni a exceptional chief.

Fearon emphasised the significance of listening to the folks, asserting that it was not the title of management, however the willingness to grasp and handle the issues of constituents, that outlined a real chief.

“Common Useni’s life is a testomony to the concept an excellent chief ilistensand responds to the challenges of the folks,” Fearon remarked. He reminded Nigerian leaders that their positions weren’t solely a privilege however a duty to serve with integrity and compassion.

In response to the bishop, it’s in the end God who bestows management, and He’ll name leaders to account for his or her actions at some point.