Let's make this birthday one to remember.

95 years old (Born on January 01, 1930)

Happy Birthday, Gaafar Nimeiry! Who could forget your impressive talent for shaking things up—literally? From leading a coup to becoming Sudan's president overnight, you certainly knew how to make an entrance. Your bold moves and charismatic leadership kept everyone on their toes (and historians busy!).

Though your decision to impose Sharia law might have raised eyebrows (and passports for exile), no one can deny you left an unforgettable mark on history. Today, we celebrate the man who always knew how to keep politics interesting. Here's hoping your birthday is as memorable as your career—minus the coups and exiles!