Historical Events tagged with "ahmad tejan kabbah"
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Sierra Leone Civil War Ceases After Years of Conflict
The end of the Sierra Leone Civil War was officially declared following a decade of violence and upheaval. The conflict, which began in 1991, involved multiple factions, including the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) and the Sierra Leone government. It was marked by extreme brutality, with widespread human rights abuses. A peace agreement had been signed in July 1999, but violence continued sporadically until the successful peace process was finalized in early 2002, stabilizing the nation and allowing humanitarian efforts to proceed.
Continue ReadingMilitary Coup in Sierra Leone Overthrows Kabbah
On May 25, 1997, a military coup in Sierra Leone led by Major Johnny Paul Koroma overthrew President Ahmad Tejan Kabbah. The coup occurred after years of civil unrest and conflict, as various factions vied for power in the country. The military recognized the increasing instability and decided to take action against Kabbah's government, which they accused of failing to restore order. The coup resulted in Koroma assuming leadership, further complicating Sierra Leone's tumultuous political landscape.
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