He was born in Sudan in 1901, and served in the Egyptian army advancing through different ranks until was promoted to Major General. At that time he became in charge of the Egyptian army’s leadership during the 23rd of July revolution in 1952.
Upon the declaration of Egypt as a Republic in June 1953, Naguib was named its first President. However, he was dismissed in November 1954, and was put under house detention for some time. The bond was lifted and he was set free until he died in Cairo in 1984.