Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida GCFR GCB (born 17 August 1941) is a Nigerian statesman and military dictator who ruled as military president of Nigeria from 1985 when he orchestrated a coup d'état against his military and political arch-rival Muhammadu Buhari, until his resignation in 1993 [1] as a result of the crisis of the Third Republic.

Ibrahim Babangida (born August 17, 1941, Minna, Nigeria) is a Nigerian military leader who served as head of state (1985–93). Born in northern Niger state, Babangida received military training in Nigeria, India, Great Britain, and the United States.

Nigerian president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has often been described as a “ spirited ” man of action. On August 27, 1985, Babangida, then an army major general, took action against the previous military regime ’ s corruption and brutal political repression by seizing control of Nigeria in a bloodless coup d ’ etat which ousted Major ...

Nov 22, 2016 · The Lonely Long Distance Runner by(Adebayo Williams) Plotting, scheming, neutralizing and tire lessly manoeuvring, Ibrahim Babamosi Babangida, a.k.a. Maradona is Nigeria’s most nimble and politically sophisticated ruler.

Aug 28, 2023 · Babangida’s pragmatic decisions, charismatic style, humility, and simplicity had drawn many to him and portrayed him as a servant instead of a ruler. He had demonstrated dynamic statesmanship to the admiration of most Nigerians.

Jan 23, 2025 · Former military president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) is set to launch his long-awaited autobiography. The memoir, ‘A Journey in Service,’ will be released on February 20 at an event at ...

Aug 17, 2024 · In celebrating the 83rd birthday of General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, we reflect on the legacy of a leader whose strategic acumen, socio-economic reforms, and unmatched political maneuvering earned him the nickname “Maradona” of Nigerian politics.

3 days ago · Former military President, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) is set to launch his long-awaited autobiography. Titled, A Journey In Service, it will be released on February 20, 2025, at the event ...

Badamasi: Portrait of a General is a biopic film about former Nigerian head of state, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB). It was directed by Obi Emelonye and stars Enyinna Nwigwe in the lead role as Babangida. [1] It is the first Nollywood political biopic. [2] Plot.

Jul 24, 2022 · Gen. Ibrahim Babangida GCFR (born 17 August 1941) is a retired Nigerian Army General and politician who ruled Nigeria during the military regime. He ruled Nigeria from August 27, 1985, when he took power from Major General Muhammadu Buhari in a coup