Yakubu Gowon at 88

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Yakubu Gowon at 88

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Yakubu Gowon, a former president of Nigeria celebrated his 88th birthday on the 19th of October, 2022.
Yakubu Dan-Yumma Gowon is a retired Nigerian Army general and military leader. He is also known as Jack Gowon. He was born October 19, 1934.

Many people have celebrated with him and sent good will messages.

The Northern Governors Forum felicitated him as well on this occasion.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan, the president of Nigeria who served from 2010 to 2015 also celebrated with Gen. Yakubu Gowon on his 88th birthday. He sent his wishes and good will. He described him as a good leader who stands for the peace and unity of the nation.

He also praised Yakubu Gowon for his substantial additions to Nigeria's growth and development.

Many others whose names are not listed here have celebrated the former head of state as well.

Yakubu Gowon was the president of Nigeria from 1966–1975 and Nigeria's Chief of Army staff from 1966–1966.
He got married to Victoria Zakari, in 1969 in lagos.