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Johnson Aguiyi-Ironsi

Nigerian military leader (1924-1966) · Nigeria · Politicians · Died at 42

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Johnson Thomas Umunnakwe Aguiyi-Ironsi was a Nigerian military officer who served as the first military dictator and head of state of Nigeria. He seized power during the ensuing chaos after the 15 January 1966 military coup.

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Member of the Order of the British Empire
Order of the Federal Republic

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Johnson Thomas Umunnakwe Aguiyi-Ironsi was a Nigerian military officer who served as the first military dictator and head of state of Nigeria. He seized power during the ensuing chaos after the 15 January 1966 military coup. Ironsi ruled from 16 January, until his assassination on 29 July 1966 during the July counter-coup. He was assassinated by a group of military officers from the Northern Region led by Murtala Muhammed.

Country
Nigeria
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1924 to 1966 · aged 42

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