Shehu Shagari
Shehu Shagari was a Nigerian politician who served as the first democratically elected President of Nigeria from 1979 to 1983. His administration is notable for initiating the Green Revolution, which aimed to increase agricultural production through modern farming techniques and technology. Shagari's government faced challenges such as economic instability and political unrest, leading to a military coup that ousted him from power.
Born on Feb 25, 1925 (100 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Nigeria | 4 | 6.00 | 0.21% | +40% | 206,139,589 | 611,107 | $448,000 | 1,328$ |
| Totals | 4 | 206,139,589 | 611,107 | $448,000 | 1,328$ |
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Nigeria:
Obasanjo handed over power to former President Shehu Shagari back in 1979.
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Nigeria:
Obasanjo was favoured for his integrity in 1979, also because he upheld Shehu Shagari’s victory despite the pressure from his fellow Yoruba.
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Nigeria:
Shehu Shagari was the president during the time when the issues with police funding began.
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Nigeria:
Shehu Shagari was the President during the operationalisation of the Ikere Gorge Hydropower Plant in 1980.
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Nigeria:
President Shehu Shagari was nominated for a second term during the 1983 federal elections.
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Ghana:
President Shehu Shagari of Nigeria intervened to help secure the release of Dr. Hilla Limann from house arrest.
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Nigeria:
Shehu Shagari’s four-year tenure followed the rule of Gen. Murtala Muhammed.
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Nigeria:
Shehu Shagari announced a definitive deadline for gas flaring in 1984.
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Nigeria:
Second Republic President Shehu Shagari travelled for a state visit to India as the NET building exploded in flames in February 1983.
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Nigeria:
Former President Shehu Shagari was ousted by the military along with Dr. Alex Ekwueme.
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