Who was part of the presidential council with Maga in 1970?
Justin Ahomadegbé-Tomêtin and Sourou Migan Apithy
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Justin Ahomadegbé-Tomêtin and Christophe Soglo
Answer
In 1970, the presidential council was made up of Justin Ahomadegbé-Tomêtin and Sourou Migan Apithy. The council was formed after the assassination of President Hubert Maga. Ahomadegbé-Tomêtin served as president of the council, while Apithy was vice president. The council ruled the country until 1972, when it was overthrown by a military coup.
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