Palace Coup
Julius Maada Bio removes Valentine Strasser and takes control of the NPRC
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1996 in Sierra Leone
Explore 9 historical events and records for Sierra Leone in 1996.
Historical records for Sierra Leone in 1996
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January
Head of State Appointed
Takes power after removing Valentine Strasser from the NPRC leadership
Transition Leader
Leads the military government during the transition to elected civilian rule
March
Civilian Presidency Begins
Restores elected civilian presidency after NPRC military rule
Civilian Rule Restored
Kabbah is sworn in as civilian president after military rule
President Sworn In
Sworn in as President after winning the 1996 election
Election Victory
Ahmad Tejan Kabbah wins presidential election during the civil war
November
Abidjan Agreement
Foday Sankoh signs peace agreement with the Sierra Leone government
Abidjan Peace Accord
Government and RUF sign the Abidjan Peace Accord
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