Tosiwo Nakayama (1931-2007) holds the distinction of being the first President of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), a nation in the western Pacific formed from what was known as the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. His presidency spanned from 1979 to 1987, playing a crucial role in forging unity among different ethnic groups and paving the way for the country’s independence...
General Guadalupe Victoria, a prominent figure in the Mexican War of Independence, became the first President of Mexico in 1824, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s history. Born in the town of Tamazula, Durango, on September 29, 1786, Victoria’s ethnic background was a blend of Spanish and Indigenous heritage. Before his presidency, Victoria actively participated in the...
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam, a prominent Mauritian politician, lawyer, and trade unionist, holds the distinction of being the first President of Mauritius, serving from 1968 to 1982. Born into an Indo-Mauritian family on September 18, 1900, Ramgoolam’s humble origins did not prevent him from achieving great things. Ramgoolam’s pursuit of education took him to England, where he studied...
Moktar Ould Daddah, a revered Mauritanian politician, holds the distinction of being the first President of Mauritania. Born on December 25, 1924, in Boutilimit, he hailed from a prominent Moorish family with a rich history in politics and scholarship. Ould Daddah’s educational background laid the foundation for his future leadership. He completed his primary education in Saint-Louis...
The first President of the Marshall Islands was Amata Kabua, who served from the country’s independence in 1979 until his death in 1996. Background and History: Amata Kabua was born on November 19, 1928, on the island of Ailinglaplap in the Marshall Islands. He was the son of Imata Kabua, a Protestant minister, and Kabua Kabua, a nurse. He received his education at the Marshall Islands High...
The first President of Malta was Sir Anthony Mamo. Prior to his presidency, Mamo was a prominent lawyer and judge, serving as Chief Justice from 1957 to 1964. He was a respected figure known for his integrity and fairness. Mamo’s ethnicity was Maltese, and he was proud of his heritage. He was born in Birkirkara, Malta, on January 9, 1909, to a middle-class family. He was a devout Catholic...
Modibo Keïta was the first President of Mali, serving from 1960 to 1968. He was a prominent figure in the Malian independence movement and played a key role in the establishment of the Republic of Mali. Keïta was born in 1915 in Bamako, Mali. He came from a humble background and his father was a tailor. After completing his primary education, he attended the École Normale William Ponty in...
Ibrahim Nasir, commonly known as President Nasir, holds the distinction of being the first President of the Republic of Maldives, serving from November 11, 1968, to November 11, 1978. His presidency marked a pivotal period in the nation’s history as he led the Maldives from a British protectorate to a fully independent republic. Born on September 2, 1926, in Male, Ibrahim Nasir belonged to...
Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj ibni Almarhum Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah was the first Prime Minister of Malaysia, serving from 1957 to 1970. He played a pivotal role in the country’s independence from British colonial rule and is fondly remembered as the “Father of Independence.” Born on February 8, 1903, in Alor Setar, Kedah, Tunku Abdul Rahman belonged to the Kedah royal...
Hastings Kamuzu Banda, Malawi’s first president, was a prominent figure in African politics. Born on February 14, 1898, in the Kasungu district, Banda’s ethnic background was Chewa. He was the son of Mphonongo Banda and his wife Alice Mtima Gondwe. Banda’s early life was marked by challenges. He lost his father at a young age and was raised by his mother. Despite these...
