Francisco Macías Nguema facts for kids
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Francisco Macías Nguema
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Macías Nguema in 1968
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| 1st President of Equatorial Guinea | |
| In office 12 October 1968 – 3 August 1979 |
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| Preceded by | Office established (Víctor Suances y Díaz del Río as colonial governor) |
| Succeeded by | Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo |
| Deputy Prime Minister of the Autonomous Government of Equatorial Guinea | |
| In office 1 January 1964 – 12 October 1968 |
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| Prime Minister | Bonifacio Ondó Edu |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | Office abolished |
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| Born | 1 January 1924 Nfengha, Río Muni Province, Spanish Guinea |
| Died | 29 September 1979 (aged 55) Black Beach Prison, Malabo, Bioko Norte, Equatorial Guinea |
| Resting place | Malabo Cemetery |
| Political party | United National Workers' Party |
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Popular Idea of Equatorial Guinea (until 1970) |
| Children | Monique, Maribel, Paco, and at least one older son |
Francisco Macías Nguema (born January 1, 1924 – died September 29, 1979) was an important politician from Equatorial Guinea. He became the first President of the country when it gained its independence in 1968. He led Equatorial Guinea until 1979.
Macías Nguema was a member of the Fang people. Before becoming president, he held several official jobs when the country was under Spanish colonial rule. In 1968, he was chosen as the first president of the new independent nation.
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Leading the Country
Early in his time as president, Macías Nguema worked to gain strong control. He created a system where he was seen as a very special leader. This is sometimes called a "cult of personality." He also made his political party, the United National Workers' Party, the only party allowed. This created a "one-party state."
President for Life
In 1972, Macías Nguema declared himself "president for life." This meant he would be president forever. The people of Equatorial Guinea voted on this idea in a special vote called a referendum the next year.
Challenges During His Rule
During his leadership, many people faced difficulties. The country's economy also struggled. Because of these challenges, many thousands of people left Equatorial Guinea. They wanted to find a better life elsewhere. This period saw many educated people leave the country. This is sometimes called "brain drain."
End of His Time as President
In 1979, Macías Nguema was removed from power. This happened during a coup d'état, which is when a group, often the military, takes control of a government by force. His nephew, Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, led this change. After being removed from power, Macías Nguema was put on trial and later executed.
Images for kids
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Macías Ngema depicted on the 1969 1000 Pesetas banknote.
See also
In Spanish: Francisco Macías Nguema para niños
