Hubert Maga

ModernPoliticianBenin1916 — 2000

First president of Dahomey, multiple presidencies.

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Quick Facts

Born

1916

Died

2000

Country

Benin

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)15

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)48

Strategy (15%)39

Total Score38.9

Hubert Maga — Complete Timeline

1960 AD

Became first President of DahomeyPolitical Action

Hubert Maga became the first President of the Republic of Dahomey (now Benin) upon independence from France on August 1, 1960. He led the country as head of state and government, establishing the new nation's political framework.

IndependenceFirst PresidentDahomey

Impact: nationalconstructive

1963 AD

Overthrown in 1963 coupPolitical Action◆ Major

Maga was overthrown by a military coup led by Colonel Christophe Soglo on October 28, 1963, following widespread protests and a general strike. This ended his first presidency and marked the beginning of Dahomey's period of political instability.

CoupOverthrowPolitical Instability

Impact: nationaldestructive

1970 AD

Returned to power as part of Presidential CouncilPolitical Action◆ Major

Maga became chairman of the three-member Presidential Council established after the 1970 elections, rotating power with Justin Ahomadegb

Presidential CouncilPower SharingDahomey

Impact: nationalconstructive

1972 AD

Overthrown in 1972 coupPolitical Action◆ Major

Maga was overthrown for a second time by a military coup led by Mathieu K

CoupOverthrowKérékou

Impact: nationaldestructive