Nicolas Grunitzky

2nd President of Togo

Nicolas Grunitzky - 2nd President of Togo
Born

April 5th, 1913
111 years ago

Died

1969
56 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Togo

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Served as the second President of Togo from 1963 to 1967. Rising to power after a military coup, assumed leadership during a time of political transition in Togo. Focused on economic development and modernization efforts in the country. Presidency ended with another coup in 1967, leading to a period of political instability.

Served as Togo's Prime Minister before presidency

Oversaw Togo's economic policies during presidency

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