Political+Leaders

The Federal Republic of Nigeria is headed by its chief of state and head of government, President Umaru Musa YAR'ADUA. He has been in power since 2007.

Second in command to the President is Vice President Goodluck Johnathan who has been serving since 2007 as well. He is also known as the Chief of General Staff, and is the Deputy Chairman of the ruling military council.

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