Buhari Coup: Nigerian Military Governors Sworn in | January 1984
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- Wednesday, January 4th 1984.
Footage of the swearing-in ceremony of the military governors appointed by the new Head of State, Major General Muhammadu Buhari, who came to power on New Year's Eve after overthrowing the civilian government of President Shehu Shagari.
In keeping with the hardline tone of the new military regime, Major General Buhari's statement warned the governors to set an example and to set about tackling Nigeria's problems with the requite level of competence and resolve.
Seated to Buhari's right was Brigadier Tunde Idiagbon, who he appointed as chief of staff, Supreme Headquarters.
Transcript of General Buhari's statement:
"Gentlemen, as has already announced, the Supreme Military Council met yesterday, and after an exhaustive deliberation approved the appointment of military governors for the 19 states of the federation. Your choice for this assignment is based mainly on your personal merit and the confidence which the members of the Supreme Military Council have in your ability to discharge the responsibilities of the military governor, in the best interests of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and without fear or favour, affection or ill-will, in accordance with the oath which you have just taken. Sloth, indiscipline, corruption, Squander-mania, misuse and abuse of public office, for self or group aggrandisement, which has assumed debilitating proportions in the last few years, will be dealt with ruthlessly, no matter whoever may be involved. The private sector has also its share of crimes against the Nigerian economy, especially in the area of the distribution of basic commodities. Reports reaching us confirm large-scale hoarding of commodities. I have already warned that hoarding will not be tolerated. Gentlemen, I must point out that your assignment as military governors is a service posting. You are, therefore, subject to redeployment at any time as exigencies may dictate. All military governors are answerable to the chief of staff at Supreme headquarters."
Transcript of Governor being sworn in:
"I, (name indistinct), do solemnly swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Federal Republic of Nigeria. That, as a member of the Supreme Military Council of the Federal Republic for Nigeria, I will discharge my duties to the best of my ability, faithfully, and in accordance with the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria."
Source: Reuters News.
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Buhari he was so full of enthusiasm and energy in those days. I wonder whether old age is to do with his current laid back altitude and lack of enthusiasm.
For real💯😂
Buhari was much more articulate back then, a fine military officer it seems.
Wahala plenty now
Fine military officer 👮♂️ indeed!!
We need gifted leaders that understands robust Nigerian economy, there is poverty in the land.pls we need a king Solomon of our time
Had Buhari actually "cleaned up" like Jerry Rawlings, Nigeria wouldn't be in this mess. I guess IBB believed that Nigeria wasn't rotten enough
IBB was the main person that worsen Nigeria problem into what we find ourselves in today
No BS well he was overthrown for that attempt and brought back by Abacha because apparently Abacha wanted someone clean to help him fix the problems of IBB
I'm not sure Rawlings clean up was potent enough, to significantly change the economic development of Ghana. I think you should read more of Adekinle's articles.
Nothing lasts for long in this life.
Buhari here in 1984 talks about dealing with anyone who hoards commodities. I wish he had the same enthusiasm years in 2020, to deal with the holders of palliatives meant for the masses during the first wave of Covid 19.
And they were really dealt with. NYSC DG back then, Col Obasa was given 25 years!
Buhari was so full of enthusiasm back then,and I beat he was very cute....but too bad all time my love for him is now on the negative margin.
Yes Buhari he was so full of enthusiasm and energy in those days. I wonder whether old age is to do with his current laid back altitude and lack of enthusiasm.
very good looking head of state
Ok I know age changed voice but not in this way. His English accent and pronunciation had changed. Look at Obj and Babangida's videos from past and present.
Exactly!! They were more British than now. Even yakubu gowon as well
He didn't improve his education.
Glad you noticed that. I am from Benin Republic and made the same change.
@@toyosioyejobi309 The first time I saw a video of Tafawa Balewa talking, I was surprised how British he sounded. I think him and others from that era were so because it was seen as a sign of refinement to sound British right from colonial times.
So why is it that Buhari cannot speak well in national broadcast
Aging.
He is an old man and has dental issues
Squandermania!
The guy looks like our president Kagame🇷🇼
He sounds different.
Age changes your voice
Buhari signatures 2015
Gone a day's 😔
MAJOR GENERAL 🌟🌟.
we love you mr president
Back then, the military governors were indigenes of their respective states. sighted David Mark and the first Archibong (the naval guy) who was later replaced by late Colonel Dan Archibong after he was found to have abused his office.