Today, 19th of October is the birthday of former military ruler, Yakubu Gowon.
Throwback photo of Yakubu Gowon
Former military Head of State, Yakubu Gowon turns 81 today. He was the Head of State of Nigeria from 1966 to 1975. He took power after one military coup d'état and was overthrown in another.
Happy birthday to a national icon.
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