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Since what date has Obiang been president of Equatorial Guinea?

  • January 1, 1980

  • August 3, 1979

  • May 25, 1982

  • July 4, 1981

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Obiang has been president of Equatorial Guinea since August 3, 1979, ruling for over four decades. He came to power through a military coup, ousting his uncle Francisco Macías Nguema, who was later executed. Obiang's presidency has been marked by authoritarian rule, human rights abuses, and corruption, leading to international criticism and sanctions.
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