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SS2 History

THE MILITARY ADMINISTRATION OF 1975-1979

Overview

Explain the reasons for the 1975 coup. Examine the main features of the administration. Discuss its socio-economic and political programme.

What you'll learn
  • Factors that led to the 1975 coup.
  • The structure of the administration.
  • Implementation of the Third National Development Plan.
  • The Land Use Decree.
  • Indigenization Programme.
  • Transition to civil rule.
  • Nigeria’s relations with the outside world especially issues around Southern Africa.