The Second Sudanese Sovereignty Council (3 December 1964–10 June 1965) emerged as a result of the October 1964 Revolution, a popular uprising against the military dictatorship of General Ibrahim Abboud.

The revolution began with student-led demonstrations in the city of Wad Medani, triggered by the government's decision to increase prices of basic commodities.

[7][1] Furthermore, the Second Sovereignty Council played a crucial role in organising the general elections held in April 1965[8] and welcomed the 1965 Elizabeth II's visit to Sudan.

Ismail al-Azhari, a prominent Sudanese politician, assumed the presidency after winning the elections, and Muhammad Ahmad Mahgoub replaced Sirr Al-Khatim Al-Khalifa as prime minister.

The transition to civilian rule marked a significant milestone in Sudan's history, as it represented a departure from military-dominated governance,[11] until the 1969 Sudanese coup d'état.