Max Siollun is a historian and commentator on Nigerian political and governmental issues, with a focus on those pertaining to Nigerian history and the Nigerian military’s participation in politics.  He has written a number of articles regarding Nigeria ’s military coups, and is the author of a forthcoming book on the origins of military engagement in Nigerian politics.  Mr Siollun welcomes reader feedback on his articles and may be contacted at maxsiollun@yahoo.com.