Shehu Shagari

ModernPoliticianNigeria1925 — ?

First executive president of Nigeria, Second Republic.

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Quick Facts

Born

1925

Country

Nigeria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)44

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)53

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)65

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score52.1

Shehu Shagari — Complete Timeline

1979 AD

Elected first Executive President of NigeriaPolitical Action

Shehu Shagari won the 1979 presidential election under the National Party of Nigeria, becoming the first executive president of Nigeria's Second Republic. His victory marked the end of 13 years of military rule and a return to civilian democracy.

ElectionSecond RepublicDemocracy

Impact: nationalconstructive

1983 AD

Re-elected in 1983 amid allegations of fraudPolitical Action◆ Major

Shagari won re-election in August 1983, but the election was marred by widespread allegations of rigging and violence. The opposition rejected the results, leading to political instability and a breakdown of public trust.

ElectionFraudControversy

Impact: nationaldestructive

Overthrown in 1983 military coupPolitical Action◆ Major

Shagari was overthrown in a military coup led by General Muhammadu Buhari on December 31, 1983. The coup was justified by allegations of corruption and economic mismanagement, ending the Second Republic and returning Nigeria to military rule.

CoupOverthrowBuhari

Impact: nationaldestructive