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1983 in Nigeria

Explore 6 historical events and records for Nigeria in 1983.

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Historical records for Nigeria in 1983

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December

31 December 1983

President of Nigeria

Buhari, Muhammadu · Lagos · President of Nigeria · Government / Government of Nigeria

Appointed military Head of State of Nigeria after the overthrow of Shehu Shagari

Other events (month unknown)

1983

Commander in Chief

Babangida, Ibrahim · Commander in Chief · Warfare / Military

Appointed Commander in Chief, Nigerian Army

1983

Coup

Abacha, Sanni · Warfare / Military

Instrumental in a bloodless military coups dEtat that brings General Muhammadu Buhari to power

1983

Coup

Babangida, Ibrahim · Commander in Chief · Revolution / Revolution of Nigeria

Leads a coup against President Buhari & assumes the Presidency

1983

Coup

Babangida, Ibrahim · Major General · Revolution / Revolution of Nigeria

Takes part in a coup against President Shehu Shagari

1983

Major General

Babangida, Ibrahim · Major General · Warfare / Military

Appointed Major General

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