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What did Ibrahim Babangida do?
Babangida was the Director of Army Staff Duties and Plans from 1981 to 1983. He orchestrated the coup d’ètat of 1983 which led to the overthrow of the Second Republic, with financial backing from his close associate and businessman Moshood Abiola.
Who is Ibrahim Babangida father?
Muhammad Badamasi
Ibrahim Babangida/Fathers
How did Babangida come to power?
General Ibrahim Babangida became head of state after a coup on 27 August 1985, replacing General Muhammadu Buhari. In September 1987 Babangida created Akwa Ibom State from part of Cross River State and Katsina State from part of Kaduna State. In August 1991 he created eleven more states.
Who is Ibrahim Babangida mother?
Inna Aishatu Babangida
Ibrahim Babangida/Mothers
Where is Babangida from?
Minna, Nigeria
Ibrahim Babangida/Place of birth
Is Maryam Babangida dead?
Deceased (1948–2009)
Maryam Babangida/Living or Deceased
Is Maryam Babangida alive?
Who is Maryam Babangida first husband?
| Maryam Babangida | |
|---|---|
| Spouse(s) | Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (m. 6 September 1969 – 27 December 2009; her death) |
| Children | Mohammed, Aminu, Aisha, Halima |
| Alma mater | La Salle Extension University (Chicago, Illinois, U.S.) (Diploma) NCR Institute in Lagos (Certificate in Computer Science) |
| Profession | Activist |
How old is Maryam Babangida?
61 years (1948–2009)
Maryam Babangida/Age at death
Who is IBB wife?
Maryam Babangidam. 1969–2009
Ibrahim Babangida/Wife
What is the full name of Ibrahim Babangida?
Ibrahim Babangida. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida GCFR (born 17 August 1941), is a retired Nigerian Army General who was President of Nigeria from 27 August 1985 to 26 August 1993. He previously served as the chief of army staff from January 1984 to August 1985. Babangida was a key player in most of the military coups in Nigeria (July 1966,…
Where did Ibrahim Babangida go to school?
Ibrahim Babangida was born on 17 August 1941, in Minna, Niger State, to his father Muhammad Babangida and mother Aisha Babangida. From 1950 to 1956, Ibrahim Babanginda attended primary school. From 1957 to 1962 Babangida was educated at the Government College Bida, Niger state, Nigeria.
Who is Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s wife?
General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida GCFR Spouse (s) Maryam Babangida ( m. 1969; died 200 Children 4, including Mohammed Babangida Alma mater Royal Armoured Centre Occupation Military officer
What did Babangida do for Nigeria?
Born in northern Niger state, Babangida received military training in Nigeria, India, Great Britain, and the United States. He rose through the ranks and was known for his courage—he played a major role in suppressing an attempted coup in 1976 when he walked into a rebel-held radio station unarmed.