Michael Okpara

Michael Iheonukara Okpara
Premier of Eastern Nigeria
In office
1 October 1959 – 15 January 1966
Preceded byNnamdi Azikiwe
Succeeded byPosition abolished
Personal details
Born25 December 1920
Umuahia, Southern Region, British Nigeria
Died17 December 1984(1984-12-17) (aged 63)
PartyNational Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons
SpouseAdanma Enyidiya Okpara
ChildrenNnawuihe Okpara, Uzodinma Okpara, Chinyere Okpara, Enyinna Okpara, Ugonwa Okpara, Ijeoma Okpara
ProfessionMedical Doctor, Politician

Michael Iheonukara Okpara // ⓘ(25 December 1920 – 17 December 1984) was a Nigerian politician and Premier of Eastern Nigeria during the First Republic, from 1959 to 1966. At 39, he was the nation's youngest premier. He was a strong advocate of what he called "pragmatic socialism" and believed that agricultural reform was crucial to the ultimate success of Nigeria.

References

  1. ↑ Ojo, Dele; Tijani-Alabi, Fatai (3 March 2021). "The Guardian's Recognition of Excellence for Women in Public Service in focus as WIMBIZ endorses event". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 29 August 2024.
  2. ↑ Awa, Omiko (19 January 2020). "Michael Iheonukara Okpara: A resolute and selfless leader". The Guardian. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 29 August 2024.
  3. ↑ Okeke, Ezekiel (12 July 2017). "Accord concondiale: The continuous search for Nigeria's elusive unity and indivisibility (7)". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 28 May 2020.

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