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Sani Abacha GCFR ((listen ⓘ); (20 September 1943 – 8 June 1998) was a Nigerian military dictator and statesman who ruled Nigeria with an iron-fist as the military head of state from 1993 following a palace coup d'état until his sudden death in 1998.
Jun 4, 2024 · Sani Abacha (born September 20, 1943, Kano, Nigeria—died June 8, 1998, Abuja) was a Nigerian military leader, who served as head of state (1993–98). Abacha received his formal military training at Nigerian and British military training colleges.
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Jun 9, 1998 · Gen. Sani Abacha, who died yesterday at 54, was the seventh Nigerian officer to come to power by force since the country gained independence from Britain in 1960. But even against this...
Learn about the life and legacy of Sani Abacha, who ruled Nigeria with an iron grip and was accused of human rights abuses and corruption. See key events from his birth in 1943 to his death in 1998, including his role in coups, elections and conflicts.
Jul 19, 2022 · This documentary is on General Sani Abacha - Nigeria's 7th Military ruler. This is a re-edition, as the original video was uploaded on the 28th of August 2021, but it was heavily demonetized...
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May 14, 2018 · Learn about Sani Abacha, who seized power in a coup in 1993 and ruled Nigeria until his death in 1998. Find out his biography, career, controversies, and sources.