Lutheran and Baptist are two of the main subsections of Christianity that fall under the umbrella of one of the main divisions of this religion called Protestant. Both sects are considered reformists since they demonstrated against the bad practices of the Church and tried to change them for a better one. Lutherans are the followers of the German friar Martin Luther who rose up against the bad practices and corrupt system of the Catholic churches.

The third successful military coup in Nigeria was staged on 29th July, 1975 and Brigadier (later General) Murtala Muhammed emerged as the new Head of State and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.