Bukar Suwa Dimka
Lieutenant Colonel Bukar Suwa Dimka (1940 – 15 May 1976) was a Nigerian military officer who played a leading role in the 13 February 1976 abortive military coup against the government of General Murtala Ramat Muhammed. Dimka also participated in the Nigerian counter-coup of 1966 which toppled the government of General Aguiyi Ironsi.
Bukar Suwa Dimka | |
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| Birth name | Bukar Suwa Dimka |
| Born | 1940 British Nigeria |
| Died | 15 May 1976 (aged 35–36) Lagos, Nigeria |
| Allegiance | Nigeria |
| Service/ | Nigerian Army |
| Years of service | 1963–1976 |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
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