19 April 1971Acting President AppointedChristopher Okoro Cole
Becomes acting President when Sierra Leone becomes a republic
Historical records for Sierra Leone in 1971, rendered directly from the World History Database and ordered by month, day and event.
Becomes acting President when Sierra Leone becomes a republic
Serves during the brief transition from monarchy to republic
Transfers from Prime Minister to President under the republican constitution
Becomes first executive President of the Republic of Sierra Leone
Appointed Prime Minister under President Siaka Stevens
Forms the first prime ministerial office under the republic
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