 He led his party to winning the general elections in October 1994 and became Prime Minister.He held the post from 25 October 1994 to 15 August 1995.A short lived military "coup d'état" temporarily deposed the elected government from 15 August 1995 to 21 August 1995.Civilian rule was restored on 21 August 1995 and Graça remained Prime Minister until 31 December 1995.