Born
December 26, 1935
Pya, Togo
Died
February 5, 2005
Tunis Governorate, Tunisia
Known for
President of Togo from 1967 to 2005
Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma (1935–2005) was Togo best known for President of Togo from 1967 to 2005.
Gnassingbé Eyadéma (December 26, 1935 – February 5, 2005) was a Togolese military officer and politician who served as President of Togo for nearly 38 years. He rose to power through military coups and maintained a single-party regime until the early 1990s, skillfully consolidating power to become Africa's longest-serving head of state. His rule was characterized by a distinctive personality cult and the immediate succession of his son upon his death.
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When did Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma die?
Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma died on February 5, 2005 in Tunis Governorate, Tunisia, at the age of 69.
Where was Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma born?
Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma was born in Pya, Togo on December 26, 1935.
What is Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma best known for?
Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma is best known for President of Togo from 1967 to 2005.
How old was Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma when they died?
Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma was 69 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma?
Étienne Gnassingbé Eyadéma was from Togo.
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