Langtang Mafia

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The "Langtang Mafia" is a rumored clique of military men from Langtang, Plateau State who hold or have held positions of power in the Nigerian government. The term is often used in reference to the 1985 – 1993 Babangida junta. Purported members include Lt Gen Joshua Nimyel Dogonyaro (rtd), Lt Gen Jeremiah Useni (rtd), Lt. Gen Domkat Bali (rtd) and Brig Gen John N. Shagaya (rtd and presently Senator)

[edit] See also

• Yakubu Gowon, another Nigerian leader accused of being involved with the Langtang Mafia

[edit] References

• Louis, Achi (2004-11-16). Still a Langtang Mafiosi. This Day Online. Leaders & Company Limited. Retrieved on 2007-04-21.
• Peter-Omale, Funmi (2004-11-16). Langtang: Home of Militias?. This Day Online. Leaders & Company Limited. Retrieved on 2007-04-21.
• Nworah, Uche (2005-01-22). Nigerian Politicians as Gangsters. ChickenBones. Retrieved on 2007-04-21.
• Dare, Sunday (1098-08-24). General as Bandit. www.publici.org. Center for Public Integrity. Retrieved on 2007-04-21.