Johnson Thomas Umunnakwe Aguiyi-Ironsi GCFR MVO MBE (3 March 1924 – 29 July 1966) was the first military head of state of Nigeria. He seized power during the ensuing chaos after the 15 January 1966 military coup, which decapitated the country's leadership.
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3 March 1924 Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria
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Died |
29 July 1966 (aged 42) Lalupon, Oyo Nigeria
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