1979
Nigeria returns to civilian government rule in October, electing Sheu Shagari as President of the Second Republic.
1980s TO 1983
Shagari regime is deposed in December, as a military coup ousts the democratically elected government.
1985
A second coup ushers in a regime headed by Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (picture to right). Babangida later promises new elections.
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