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The Assassination of General Murtala Muhammed on February 13 1976

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The car in which Gen. Murtala Muhammed was killed

The nation was thrown into turmoil on the 13th of February, 1976 after the Head of State and Chief Commander of the Armed Forces of Nigeria, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, was assassinated in Lagos during an unsuccessful coup led by Lt. Col. Buka Suka Dimka.

History has it that General Murtala Muhammed lived a low-profile life which made his assassination easier for the coup plotters. Around 8 am on the 13th of February, 1976, Gen. Murtala Muhammed set out for his office at Dodan Barracks in an official black Mercedes Benz saloon car. He was in the company of his Aide-de-camp (ADC), Akintunde Akinsheinwa, an orderly, Michael Otuwu and a driver…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

Murtala Muhammed's Car

The only visible sign of protection was a pistol carried by Michael Otuwu. Unlike many other Nigerian leaders, Murtala did not go around with a dozen of reckless-driving convoy. Near the Federal Secretariat at Ikoyi in Lagos, a traffic controller stopped the lane on which the Head of State’s Mercedes-Benz car was.

Lt-Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo who was the Chief of Staff (Supreme Headquarters) and Lt-Gen. Theophilus Danjuma, the Chief of Army Staff, were also marked for assassination on the same day and almost the same time as the Head of State. General Murtala wasn’t lucky like Lt-Gen. Obasanjo and Lt-Gen. Danjuma who survived the attack.

Assassination of Murtala Muhammed
General Murtala Muhammed

Lt-Col. Dimka and three other coup plotters (Major Rabo, Captain Parwang and Lieutenant Seri) were already in a petrol station, waiting for Murtala’s car. As the car stopped in the traffic, Dimka and his men opened fire on Murtala’s car killing everyone except the orderly, Michael Otuwu who still lives to tell his part of the story.

Otuwu explained that he had earlier seen a man on babanriga (Hausa traditional attire) approach their car immediately it stopped; this man was later identified as Dimka. Otuwu said,

“He (Dimka) shot the driver in the head, then other soldiers loyal to him ran towards the car and opened fire. Murtala would have survived the attack had the coup plotters not noticed the door of his car opened shortly after it was riddled with bullets from AK-47 assault rifles. The moment Dimka’s boys noticed the opened door, another rain of bullets fell on the car and killed Murtala this time.”

Immediately after the assassination, Lt. Col. Buka Suka Dimka ran to the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) to announce the success of the coup which unknowing to him was not yet successful. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

Murtala muhammed's burial
General Murtala being laid to rest in 1976

At the NBC, Dimka read his first speech:

“Fellow Nigerians, Murtala Muhammed’s deficiency has been detected. His government is now overthrown by young revolutionaries. All the 19 military governors have no powers over the states they now govern. The states affairs will be run by military brigade commanders until further notice…”

Lt. Col. Dimka, thinking the coup was successful, bragged on,

“Unfortunately for him too, he didn’t live to rectify his dream of ruling Africa’s most populous country. Unlike his predecessor, General Yakubu Gowon, General Muhammed was considered tough, dogged and fearless. It is touted that he applied these characteristics in his resolved fight to rid the country of all form of corruption by some military governor-politicians under General Gowon, whom he said had betrayed the trust and confidence reposed in them by the nation and betrayed the ethics of their profession.”

General Murtala's car
Murtala’s car

“His fight against public sector corruption led to mass dismissals and the retirement of over 10,000 public officials on the grounds of inefficiency and corruption. As it is in modern Nigeria, many of those dismissed or retired were people regarded as highly placed, with connections in high places. Perhaps, it could be said that the difference between General Muhammed and Nigeria’s current crop of leaders is that while the General was willing to make the hard decision for a greater and brighter tomorrow even though as a military regime, today’s leaders lack the political will to make hard choices that could better the lots of the country.”

Col. Ibrahim Babangida led a detachment of soldiers to dislodge Dimka and his men at Radio Nigeria on the others of Lt-Gen. Danjuma. It was reported that Dimka escaped through a tunnel.

Dimka and other coup plotters executed
Dimka and other six coup plotters during their execution

Lt. Col. Dimka was arrested near Abakaliki in Eastern Nigeria on the 6th of March, 1976. On the 15th of May, 1976, Dimka and other six coup plotters were publicly executed by firing squad at the Maximum Security Prison in Lagos.

Gen. Muhammed Murtala was succeeded by Lt-Gen. Olusegun Obasanjo who stayed in power till 1979 when he handed over power to the democratic government of Alhaji Sheu Shagari.

 

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Stop Shaving! Significantly Get Rid of Facial, Body Hair with Tomatoes

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Tired of the never-ending cycle of shaving, waxing, and plucking? If you’re looking for a natural, painless, and cost-effective hair removal option, you’re in for a treat! Tomatoes, a culinary staple, could contain the answer to permanently removing unsightly hair.

Why Tomatoes for Hair Removal?

Tomatoes are high in antioxidants, especially lycopene, which is known to weaken hair follicles over time. Their acidic characteristics can help slow hair growth while keeping your skin smooth and beautiful. This procedure is natural, devoid of chemicals, and appropriate for most skin types…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

How Does It Work?

When used consistently, tomatoes can help:

  • Break down hair follicles at the root.
  • Slow down the regrowth of undesirable hair.
  • Exfoliate the skin to leave it soft and rejuvenated.

The Tomato Hair Removal Recipe

What You’ll Need:

  • 1 ripe tomato
  • 1 tablespoon of baking soda (optional, for exfoliation)
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Instructions:

1. Puree the tomato into a smooth puree.

2. Combine with baking soda for a stronger exfoliating effect.

3. Apply the mixture to the chosen location, then gently massage in circular motions for 5-10 minutes.

4. Leave it on for a further 10 minutes to let the natural acids work their magic. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

5. Rinse with lukewarm water, then pat dry.

How Often to Use:

To achieve the best results, perform this method 2-3 times every week. Consistent use may result in a considerable reduction in hair growth over time.

Benefits Beyond Hair Removal

Using tomatoes for hair removal comes with these additional skincare benefits:

  • Brightens the skin by lowering pigmentation.
  • Reduces pores for a smoother complexion.
  • Combats acne thanks to its antimicrobial qualities.
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Is It Really Permanent?

While the outcomes may vary depending on your skin and hair type, continuous use of tomato-based treatments can result in a long-term reduction in hair growth.

Say goodbye to razors and unpleasant wax strips! Try this natural tomato solution to get silky, hair-free skin without any hassle.

 

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5 Things A Woman Wants In The Morning But She Won’t Tell You

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As someone who has studied some of the habits and interests of women, I’m going to show you some of the things that women do for the first time in the morning, but I won’t tell you because they think you already know what they’re up to. So keep your eyes open for it.

1. Get your mom out of bed in the morning.

The reason the kids have to get up in the morning isn’t the only reason. Mothers want you to wake them up in the morning, just like you wake up your kids. They see love and compassion in a lot of different places, like in their families and in their marriages…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

 

 

2. Greet her regularly.

Every morning, you should greet your wife in the same way you greet your kids and expect them to greet you back. The next time you see him, ask how he sleeps at night and whether he sleeps deeply or has dreams. To see how happy they are, look at them.

3. Always tell her, “I love you.”

Keep telling your wife that you love her even if it seems small. In his heart, the message will stay with him all day. Then, tell her how beautiful she is and how much you love and admire her. So that she will be happy because you made her your queen. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

 

 

4. Hugging and kissing.

The first thing many women do in the morning is pray while their husbands kiss them. The casual kiss has been replaced by a beautiful kiss on the forehead or on the cheek, which is much better. There isn’t a lot of risk because they’re probably having a good time.

5. Make her a light breakfast.

In the morning, you should make your wife breakfast. This won’t make your marriage break apart. It will have an effect on how you grow up as a teen. If you do it, it won’t make you any less human because of it, It doesn’t matter what kind of SA breakfast you make your friend for breakfast. He’ll think you’re crazy.

A man may want many things when he wakes up early in the morning. They won’t tell you, though. But these are the ones I know.

 

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6 Footballers Who Slept Their Teammate’s Wife

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A player’s wife and girlfriend (WAG) relationship is special in life and needs to be safeguarded.

The “beautiful game” does, however, have its share of scandals and super-injunctions, and many footballers have fallen victim to temptation at some point in their careers.

We look at the top six historically most dishonest, disrespectful colleagues

1. Mauro Icardi (Wife of Maxi Lopez)

When Inter Milan striker Maxi Lopez made the decision to abduct his teammate’s wife, the couple had three children together. With Wanda Nara, whom Mauro Icardi is currently married to, he has another child. Maxi Lopez declined to extend a handshake to Mauro Icardi when Torino and Inter Milan were face to face…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

 

2. Thibaut-Courtois (Kevin De Bruyne’s Girlfriend)

Thibaut Courtois, a former goalkeeper for Chelsea, admitted in 2014 that he had slept with Kevin De Bruyne’s Belgian teammate’s fiancée in 2012. De Bruyne apparently had a relationship with the best friend of his girlfriend. Caroline Linen had an affair with Courtois, one of his teammates, as retaliation. But it appears like the two have patched things up.

3. John Terry (Wayne Bridge’s girlfriend)

Fans in England will never forget Terry’s romantic relationship with Wayne Bridge’s wife Vanessa Perroncel, who was Terry’s coworker at the time. John Terry lost his position as captain of the national squad when Wayne Bridge refused to shake his hand. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

4. Jordan Ayew (Wife of Afriyie Acquah)

The Crystal Palace player, who has a reputation for being a strong performer on the field, allegedly had a four-year affair with the wife of Black Stars teammate Afriye Acquah. In a leaked YouTube video, Ayew’s four-year relationship with Afriye Acquah’s wife, Amanda, was revealed.

5. Mesut Ozil (Christian Lell’s girlfriend)

The performance of another athlete, who seems to be a good player on the field, is unimpressive. In 2014, Christain Lell said that Ozil had a romantic relationship with Melanie, alleging the two had spoken via social media.

6. Michael Ballack (Christian Lell’s girlfriend)

One of the all-time best players for the German National Team is Michael Ballack. He played for Germany in 98 games overall and scored 42 goals. He has fought for prestigious teams all around the world, including as Bayern Munich and Chelsea. Ballack, however, was not one of those guys who got by in life without a struggle. The powerful midfielder from Germany was in a bind when Christian Lell, one of his colleagues, accused him of having an affair with his better half.

You can imagine the strain on Ballack’s marriage—he had been married to Simone Lambe since 2008—when this occurred in 2010.

 

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