General Yakubu Gowon

General Yakubu Gowon

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General Yakubu Gowon (born 1934) served as the military head of state of Nigeria from 1966 to 1975. His leadership during a critical period in Nigerian history included the aftermath of political crises and the Nigerian Civil War.

Born on Oct 19, 1934 (90 years old)

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