The 1966 coup in Nigeria is often remembered as the country’s first military takeover, a shocking event that changed the trajectory of the nation forever. But beyond the headlines of “military coup” lies a complex story of political intrigue, ethnic tension, and high-stakes power struggles that textbooks rarely tell. Today, we uncover the untold story of what really happened during Nigeria’s first coup.
By the mid-1960s, Nigeria was facing deep political and social unrest:
- Corruption and Mismanagement: The civilian government was widely criticized for favoritism and misallocation of resources.
- Ethnic Rivalries: Regional tensions between the North, South, and East were…CONTINUE FULL READING>>>
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