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Michael Iheonukara Okpara (December 25 1920-December 17 1984) was a political leader and Premier of Eastern Nigeria during the First Republic from 1959 to 1966. Dr. Okpara was at 39 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.

active years end date
1966-01-15
active years start date
1959-10-01
birth date
1920-12-25
birth place
Abia State, Umuahia
death date
1984-12-17
order in office
Premier of Eastern Nigeria
party
National Council of Nigeria and the Cameroons
profession
Doctor of Medicine

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