About Sani Souna Sido
Lived 1931 – 1977 (aged 45–46). Sani Souna Sido was a Nigerien politician and military personnel.
Major Sani Souna Sido (1933–1977 ) was a Nigerien soldier and politician, and former Vice President of Niger.
Sido was a member of the cabinet of Hamani Diori before the 1974 coup d'état. He was reportedly popular among Nigerien Army troops.
Sido died in Agadez in June 1977. He reportedly died of epilepsy, however, it was later exposed that he was executed under instruction from the préfet of the Agadez Region.
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Who was Sani Souna Sido?
Nigerien officer and politician
When was Sani Souna Sido born?
Sani Souna Sido was born in 1931 in Niamey.
When did Sani Souna Sido die?
Sani Souna Sido died on 11 July 1977 in Agadez.
What was Sani Souna Sido's occupation?
Sani Souna Sido was a politician and military personnel.
What nationality was Sani Souna Sido?
Sani Souna Sido was Nigerien.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Sani Souna Sido. https://biography.guide/sani-souna-sido/
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