Yakubu Dan-Yumma "Jack" Gowon [1] GCFR (born 19 October 1934) is a Nigerian general and statesman who led the Federal military government war efforts during the Nigerian Civil War. [2] Gowon delivered the famous "no victor, no vanquished" speech at the war's end to promote healing and reconciliation. [3]

Oct 19, 2024 · Explore the remarkable life and legacy of General Yakubu Gowon, former Head of State of Nigeria, on his 90th birthday. Heartfelt tributes from notable figures including former President...

Nov 9, 2024 · The unravelling of the regime of General Yakubu Gowon shortly after the end of Nigeria’s civil war in the decade of the 1970s began as a tale of two Josephs. One was Joseph Dechi Gomwalk, Gowon’s in-law and governor of his home state.

Mar 2, 2025 · In this exclusive interview, Sen Abaribe, a prominent Igbo voice, shares his thoughts on the much-anticipated book by General Yakubu Gowon, a pivotal figure in Nigerian history. The Igbo...

Oct 23, 2024 · Gowon tolerated war crimes (such as the Asaba massacre) perpetrated by Northern Muslim hawks, such as Murtala Mohammed and others.

Nov 1, 2024 · General Yakubu Dan-Yumma “Jack” Gowon, Nigeria’s Head of State from 1966 to 1975, born on October 19, 1934 from a minority Ngas (Anga) ethnic group from Lur, Kanke Local Government Area of...

Yakubu Gowon, affectionately known as Jack Gowon, is a retired Nigerian Army general and military leader. As Head of State of Nigeria, Gowon presided over a controversial Nigerian …

Yakubu Dan-Yumma "Jack" Gowon GCFR (born 19 October 1934) is a Nigerian former Head of State and statesman who led the Federal military government war efforts during the Nigerian Civil War. Gowon delivered the famous "no victor, no vanquished" speech at the war's end to promote healing and reconciliation.

Feb 28, 2025 · Yakubu Gowon. Have you ever heard about a leader who became Head of State at a very young age? Imagine being chosen to lead an entire country while you’re still in your 30s! That’s exactly what happened to General Yakubu Gowon. He became Nigeria’s Head of State in 1966 at just 31 years old.

Oct 21, 2024 · Were they? Fifty years later, when so much [dirty] water has gushed under the [Alau Dam-style] Nigerian bridge, General Gowon’s standing is completely reassessed to the level of political sainthood. Gowon never shot coup plotters, as two of his successors did.