The Nigerian leader who returned to power as an elected president in May 2015 after serving as military ruler from 1983 to 1985 was
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Muhammadu Buhari first led Nigeria as a military ruler from December 31, 1983, until August 27, 1985. After decades out of power, he returned as an elected president in 2015 under the All Progressives Congress (APC). His administration focused on anti-corruption, economic diversification, and security, particularly against Boko Haram insurgency. Buhari’s civilian leadership sought to implement reforms in agriculture, infrastructure, and public accountability. His unique political journey makes him one of the few leaders globally to have ruled both as a military head of state and as a democratically elected president.
Muhammadu Buhari first led Nigeria as a military ruler from December 31, 1983, until August 27, 1985. After decades out of power, he returned as an elected president in 2015 under the All Progressives Congress (APC). His administration focused on anti-corruption, economic diversification, and security, particularly against Boko Haram insurgency. Buhari’s civilian leadership sought to implement reforms in agriculture, infrastructure, and public accountability. His unique political journey makes him one of the few leaders globally to have ruled both as a military head of state and as a democratically elected president.