Yakubu Dan-Yumma “Jack” Gowon GCFR dead?
Yakubu Gowon would turn 89 on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
Yakubu Dan-Yumma “Jack” Gowon GCFR (born 19 October 1934) is a retired Nigerian army general and military leader.
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Former military president, Yakubu Gowon is not dead. [Punch]
Following the rumour of his death circulating on social media, Gowon said he is still alive and well.
According to the Nigerian Television Authority, Gowon said “I am still around and well. I am not in a hurry”
The former Head of State was quoted have said in a statement by Adeyeye Ajayi, his personal aide.
During his administration, he created the first 12 states in Nigeria.
