Former Plateau Deputy Governor Sonni Tyoden Dead Aged 74
Israel Adeleke
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports as gathered that the Former Plateau State Deputy Governor, Sonni Gwanle Tyoden has died at 74 after a brief illness on Sunday, May 4, 2025.
OTN News further reports as gathered that the immediate past governor of the state, Simon Lalong, confirmed the development to journalists on Sunday in Jos, the state capital.
Mr Lalong, who visited the residence of the deceased to condole with the family, described his former deputy as a trusted political ally, confidant, teacher, and mentor.
According to him, “he brought significant stability, wisdom, and experience to our government. He worked tirelessly to ensure that we had a successful eight-year tenure."
OTN News further gathered that the former Plateau number two man was a professor of political science and a former vice-chancellor of the University of Jos.
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