Description: (Eighth President of Nigeria)
Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida was a prominent Nigerian statesman and military leader who climbed the ranks of the Nigerian Army to eventually become a General and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. He served as military president from 1985 to 1993, presiding over a controversial period marked by political corruption. His administration established a robust state security system, withstanding coup attempts, managing ethnic and religious tensions, and participating in regional diplomacy and military actions. Babangida's government introduced economic reforms, privatization, and nationwide mobilization efforts before he stepped down following a tumultuous presidential election.