Abubakar Tafawa Balewa
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was Nigeria's first Prime Minister, serving from 1960 until his assassination in 1966. He played a key role in Nigeria's independence and is remembered for his efforts to promote national unity in a diverse country. His legacy continues to influence Nigerian politics, particularly discussions around regional power dynamics and governance.
Born on Dec 15, 1912 (112 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Ghana | 1 | 9.00 | 0.16% | +0% | 31,072,945 | 49,322 | $67,000 | 106$ |
| Totals | 1 | 31,072,945 | 49,322 | $67,000 | 106$ |
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Ghana:
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa was the first Prime Minister of Nigeria and a founding father of the Organisation of African Unity.
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Nigeria:
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa became the chief minister and prime minister from 1960 to 1966.
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