What reforms did Murtala Ramat Mohammed begin as Nigeria’s leader?

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During his brief tenure as Nigeria's head of state, Murtala Ramat Mohammed implemented several significant reforms to address the nation's challenges:

Return to Civilian Rule: Most importantly, he initiated the process to transition the country back to civilian governance. This goal was subsequently carried forward by his successor, Olusegun Obasanjo.12
Relocation of the Capital: He began the process of moving the federal capital to Abuja.1
Government Efficiency: He actively addressed issues regarding government inefficiency within the administration.1

These initiatives were cut short when he was assassinated during an unsuccessful coup attempt in February 1976.1