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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United Kingdom:
In 1983, soldiers overthrew elected President Shehu Shagari.
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Tanzania:
Buhari came to power as Head of State on 31 December 1983 after leading a coup that ousted the civilian government of President Shehu Shagari.
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Cabo Verde:
Shehu Shagari was the president who was overthrown by Muhammadu Buhari in a military coup.
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France:
Shehu Shagari was the president before Muhammadu Buhari's military coup.
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Portugal:
Shehu Shagari was the first democratically elected President of Nigeria, overthrown by Buhari in a military coup.
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Kenya:
Buhari's first taste of power came in 1983 when he spearheaded a coup that overthrew the democratically elected president Shehu Shagari.
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Nigeria:
Shehu Shagari's name is honored on a highway in Abuja.
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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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