Dele Cole (1940-2026) and his public service, By Eric Teniola
On 29 July, 1975, General Murtala Mohammed GCFR (8 November, 1938 – 13 February, 1976) became head of state by overthrowing General Yakubu Gowon GCFR (92). On 7 August, 1975, General Mohammed set up a committee on the creation of more states in the country. At that time, Nigeria had 12 states. The committee was […] The post Dele Cole (1940-2026) and his public service, By Eric Teniola appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
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On 29 July, 1975, General Murtala Mohammed GCFR (8 November, 1938 – 13 February, 1976) became head of state by overthrowing General Yakubu Gowon GCFR (92). On 7 August, 1975, General Mohammed set up a committee on the creation of more states in the country. At that time, Nigeria had 12 states. The committee was […]
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