Jaafar Muhammad Nimeiri

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The book delves into the pivotal events of May 25, 1969, when a group of young military officers, led by Colonel Jaafar an Nimeiri, executed a coup in Sudan, marking the beginning of the Nimeiri era. The coup emerged in response to the inefficiencies of civilian governance and was aimed at addressing pressing economic and constitutional issues. The Revolutionary Command Council, formed by the coup leaders, claimed to establish a "democratic republic" focused on promoting Sudanese socialism, setting the stage for significant political and social changes in the country.