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98% Of The Officers That Planned And Led 1966 Coup Were From A Particular Ethnic Group– According to Fani-Kayode

 

Former Aviation Minister and well-known member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Femi Fani-Kayode, recently offered his thoughts on the 1966 coup that profoundly influenced Nigeria’s political history. He considered the incident that led to the deaths of numerous military and political figures, which was a turning point in the history of the nation, on his official X account.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
In his post, Fani-Kayode highlighted the ethnic dynamics of the coup, claiming that an overwhelming majority of those who orchestrated and led it were from a single ethnic group. He expressed concern about the historical implications of such an event and the narratives that have emerged surrounding it over the decades.

The coup, which is widely regarded as Nigeria’s first military intervention in politics, ultimately failed. Fani-Kayode noted that many of the individuals involved were apprehended and detained following its collapse. He emphasized the importance of understanding the identities and motives of those behind the incident to grasp its full impact on the nation.

The former minister detailed the names of the key players in the coup, aiming to provide a comprehensive view of the individuals who participated in the plot. He underscored the historical significance of remembering these figures and their roles in shaping Nigeria’s political trajectory.

Part of his post reads, “98 percent of the officers that planned and led it were from a particular ethnic nationality in the country”.CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>

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