The Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) is launching a year-long programme of activities designed to reflect on the 50th anniversary of the assumption of leadership by General Murtala Ramat Muhammed.

The foundation, in a statement, said the golden jubilee commemoration will begin in August 2025 with the rollout of the Murtala Muhammed Legacy Policy Dialogue Series, a monthly high-level convening that will run through January 2026.

It said: “On July 29, 1975, General Murtala Ramat Muhammed assumed leadership as Nigeria’s Head of State, marking the beginning of a bold and reformdriven era that continues to shape Nigeria’s governance and Africa’s vision for self-determination.

“To commemorate the 50th anniversary of this historic moment, the Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF) is launching a year-long programme of activities designed to reflect on his enduring legacy and chart new paths for national and continental development.

“The golden jubilee commemoration will begin in August 2025 with the rollout of the Murtala Muhammed Legacy Policy Dialogue Series, a monthly high-level convening that will run through January 2026.”