Hossain Mohammad Ershad

Hossain Mohammad Ershad was a Bangladeshi military officer and politician who served as the President of Bangladesh from 1983 to 1990 after seizing power in a coup. His regime was marked by political repression and human rights abuses, leading to widespread protests that ultimately resulted in his ousting. After leaving office, he faced legal issues, including a 10-year prison sentence for illegal possession of firearms in 1991. Ershad's political influence continued for years, as he maintained a presence in Bangladeshi politics and led the Jatiya Party, a political party he founded during his presidency.