This video examines the difficulties Nigeria encountered in 1984, emphasizing the NTA News report’s analysis of the country’s attempts to revive its faltering economy.
In the movie, you can observe General Tunde Idiagbon, a military leader from Nigeria who, from 1983 to 1985, held the position of 6th Chief of Staff at Supreme Headquarters, thus making him the second in charge beneath General Muhammadu Buhari. Nigeria faced severe economic difficulties during this time, which were made worse by the world oil crisis, growing inflation, and corruption.
Rigid measures aimed at curbing corruption, imposing a more disciplined governance structure, and reforming the economy were hallmarks of the Buhari-Idiagbon administration.
They employed severe and frequently divisive tactics, including as mass arrests and stricter trade and currency regulations, but their main goals were to stabilize Nigeria’s economy and restore honor to public life.
