29 Jul 1975Event
Gowon overthrown while abroad
Officers removed Gowon after nine years in power, citing delay in returning to civilian rule and administrative failures.
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29 Jul 1975
Gowon overthrown while abroad
Officers removed Gowon after nine years in power, citing delay in returning to civilian rule and administrative failures.
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Officers removed Gowon after nine years in power, citing delay in returning to civilian rule and administrative failures. Murtala Muhammed emerged as head of state.
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