Memoirs: How I confronted Joe Garba on his plot to overthrow me — Gowon

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Former Nigerian Head of State Yakubu Gowon recounted his experiences of political betrayal leading to his coup in 1975. His memoir highlights the psychological strains leaders face during conflicts.

By Luminous Jannamike, ABUJA Former Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, has recounted how fear, betrayal and growing distrust consumed the final days of his government before the July 29, 1975 coup, warning that leaders who surrender to panic and suspicion often end up trapped by manipulative advisers, opportunists and their own fears. Read Also: Insecurity: Yorubaland unsafe, terrorist […] The post Memoirs: How I confronted Joe Garba on his plot to overthrow me — Gowon appeared first on Vanguard News.