The Nigerian leader who served as Interim President between August 26, 1993, and November 17, 1993, was
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Chief Ernest Shonekan, a technocrat and business leader, was appointed Interim President following the political crisis that arose from the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election. His administration was short-lived, lasting only about three months before being overthrown by General Sani Abacha on November 17, 1993. Shonekan faced severe economic challenges, political unrest, and declining international confidence in Nigeria’s governance. Although his tenure was brief, it is remembered as a transitional attempt to stabilize Nigeria’s political environment, albeit under heavy influence from the military, making his government politically fragile from the outset.
Chief Ernest Shonekan, a technocrat and business leader, was appointed Interim President following the political crisis that arose from the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election. His administration was short-lived, lasting only about three months before being overthrown by General Sani Abacha on November 17, 1993. Shonekan faced severe economic challenges, political unrest, and declining international confidence in Nigeria’s governance. Although his tenure was brief, it is remembered as a transitional attempt to stabilize Nigeria’s political environment, albeit under heavy influence from the military, making his government politically fragile from the outset.