Finally, Yakubu Gowon Opens Up on Behind the Scenes Interventions That Shaped 1967–1970 Conflict

According to report by Vanguard on Thursday, May 21, 2026, former Nigerian military Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon (rtd), has revisited key moments of the country’s Civil War, shedding new light on controversial decisions and behind the scenes interventions that shaped the 1967–1970 conflict.

In his autobiography, My Life of Duty & Allegiance, he disclosed how Chief Obafemi Awolowo once intervened to prevent harsh action against Gen. Murtala Mohammed, and insisted he never intended to capture or kill Biafran leader, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu..CONTINUE FULL READING>>>