Murtala Mohammed
Nigerian General and President
Born
1938
87 years ago
Died
February 13th, 1976
49 years ago — 38 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Nigeria
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Served as a Nigerian general and the fourth president of Nigeria from 1975 until assassination in 1976. Oversaw a period of military rule known for political action, economic reform, and efforts to combat corruption. Established a policy of immediate return to civilian rule, which laid the groundwork for Nigeria's eventual transition to democracy. Focused on infrastructural development and aimed to control the economy more effectively, taking steps that included a nationalization policy affecting several sectors.
Led Nigeria's military government from 1975 to 1976
Promoted economic reforms and anti-corruption measures
Initiated a policy for a return to civilian governance
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