Jaafar Nimeiri
Jaafar Nimeiri was the President of Sudan from 1969 to 1985, known for his authoritarian regime and attempts at modernization and economic reform. His leadership saw the implementation of socialist policies and a controversial alliance with the Islamist movement, which later contributed to his downfall. Nimeiri's government was characterized by significant political repression and conflict, especially in the southern regions of Sudan. After being ousted in a coup, he lived in exile for many years before returning to Sudan in the 1990s. His legacy remains a complex topic in Sudanese history, reflecting the challenges of governance and ethnic tensions in the country.
Born on Jan 01, 1930 (95 years old)
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Jaafar Nimeiri was Sudan’s president from 1969 to 1985, promoting Gulf investment in Sudan.
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