12 h. ago A Journey in Service: Warts and all, Babangida enriches Nigerian history

For several years, I wondered whether General Ibrahim Babangida would go to his grave without writing his memoir. He played read more A Journey in Service: Warts and all, Babangida enriches Nigerian history

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31 h. ago IBB‘s Book Rekindles Interest In Nollywood Biopic, ‘Badamasi’

As the conversations and mixed feelings continue to rage over ‘A Journey in Service’, a memoir unveiled last week by former military President, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, indications are rife that the book has rekindled a fresh wave of interest in the Nollywood biopic, ‘Badamasi: Portrait of A General’, released in 2021, after extensive research and […]

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4 d. ago Lawyers call for Babangida’s prosecution over June 12 poll annulment

The release of General Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography, A Journey in Service, has sparked widespread controversy, with many Nigerians and human rights groups calling for his prosecution, writes Onozure Dania More than three decades after the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, the wounds of that historic event remain fresh. The election, widely regarded Read More

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5 d. ago A Journey In Service: Your book full of lies, Vatsa’s family hits IBB

From John Adams, Minna The family of the late General Mamman Jiya Vatsa has reacted to the submission by Gen. Ibrahim Babangida in his autobiography book. IBB wrote in his memoir that the killing of Vatsa was justified because there was enough evidence implicating him in a 1986 coup plot and therefore he had no […] The post A Journey In Service: Your book full of lies, Vatsa’s family hits IBB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago IBB’s admission of June 12 annulment, last stage of manipulation – Femi Falana

Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, has stated that the cancellation of the June 12, 1993 election by the military regime of Ibrahim Babangida marked the final phase of manipulation. The Senior Advocate of Nigeria made this revelation during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Tuesday. In his memoir, A Journey in Service, IBB Read More

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5 d. ago Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough

Renowned Nigerian musician Seun Kuti has responded to the controversy surrounding former military president Ibrahim Babangida’s newly released book. Notably, the former military leader recently introduced his book, A Journey in Service. The revelations in the book have sparked widespread discussions, as it provided insight into some key events in the nation’s history. READ MORE: […] The post Seun Kuti Distances Himself From Babangida’s Book, Insists He Knows Enough appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago 1966 coup not driven by ethnic sentiments, Nzeogwu, was only ‘Igbo’ in name –IBB

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida, has challenged the long-held narrative that the 1966 military coup was ethnically motivated. In his autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Babangida argued that the coup’s original objective was not driven by ethnic sentiments, contrary to popular belief. He described Major Kaduna Nzeogwu, the leader of […] The post 1966 coup not driven by ethnic sentiments, Nzeogwu, was only ‘Igbo’ in name –IBB appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago IBB: ‘Deceit May Become The New Normal’ – Atedo Peterside Warns

Atedo Peterside, founder of Stanbic IBTC Bank Plc and Anap Foundation, has expressed concerns that the Nigerian elite may soon normalise deceit. Peterside made this statement on Channels TV’s Sunday Politics programme while reacting to Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s (IBB) autobiography, ‘A Journey In Service’. In the book, Babangida revealed that he was unaware of the […] The post IBB: ‘Deceit May Become The New Normal’ – Atedo Peterside Warns appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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7 d. ago How my late wife, Maryam, converted to Islam after our marriage – Babangida

Former military president Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has revealed details about his marriage to his late wife, Maryam, including her conversion to Islam, in his newly released autobiography, A Journey in Service. The book, launched on Thursday alongside a fundraiser for his presidential library, provides insight into their love story, from their early days in Kaduna Read More

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8 d. ago IBB recounts narrow escape during 1990 Orkar coup in new memoir

Praises Abacha for coordinating loyal forces to counter the attack From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Former military president General Ibrahim Babangida has provided a gripping account of the failed Gideon Orkar coup of 22 April 1990, in his autobiography A Journey in Service, launched on 20 February 2025, in Abuja. The memoir sheds light on one […] The post IBB recounts narrow escape during 1990 Orkar coup in new memoir appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago “Believe IBB’s Book And Follow Him To Damnation” – Abacha’s Grandson Fires Back

Raees Abacha, grandson of late Nigerian military Head of State, Sani Abacha, has launched a scathing attack on General Ibrahim Babangida, IBB, over claims made in his memoir, “Journey In Service”. He accused Babangida of treachery, saying his grandfather had protected Babangida’s life and reputation on multiple occasions. Babangida’s book has sparked intense debate about […] The post “Believe IBB’s Book And Follow Him To Damnation” – Abacha’s Grandson Fires Back appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago ‘My Father Has Always Been Envied’ – Abacha’s Son Defends His Legacy Amid IBB’s Revelation

Sadiq Abacha, son of the late Nigerian military Head of State, Sani Abacha, has come out in defense of his father’s legacy. This comes after former Military President Ibrahim Babangida made claims about Abacha’s role in the annulment of the June 12 presidential election in his new autobiography, “A Journey in Service.” In the book, […] The post ‘My Father Has Always Been Envied’ – Abacha’s Son Defends His Legacy Amid IBB’s Revelation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Babangida’s book insightful journey on Nigeria’s political evolution – Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has shared his thoughts on Nigeria’s political history, following his attendance at the presentation of former military President Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’. Fayemi, a known pro-democracy activist, took to his LinkedIn account on Saturday to reflect on the significance of the memoir and its impact Read More

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9 d. ago Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB

Former Nigerian Military President, Ibrahim Babangida, has broken his silence on the infamous murder of journalist Dele Giwa, which occurred on October 19, 1986. In his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service,” Babangida denies any involvement in the assassination, instead attributing it to “booby traps and acts of destabilisation” targeted at his administration. Giwa, […] The post Dele Giwa’s Murder: ‘I Saw It As Part Of Booby Traps Against My Government’ – IBB appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago IBB defends executing childhood friend, family demands restitution

Former Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.), has revealed details of the foiled coup allegedly led by his childhood friend, General Mamman Vatsa, which he says compelled him to choose between preserving a longstanding personal bond and safeguarding the nation’s future. In excerpts from his autobiography, ‘A Journey of Service,’ launched on February 20, Read More

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9 d. ago I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did —Babangida

Tribune Online I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did —Babangida (Excerpt from ‘A Journey in Service’ by General Ibrahim Babangida) WHAT has come to be known as the Vatsa Coup occurred within the first few months of the administration. It began life first as a series of rumours. I heard through multiple sources that my childhood friend and long-time colleague, General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, was […] I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did —Babangida Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Babangida denies involvement in Dele Giwa’s murder, hopes truth will be unveiled in his life time

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Former Nigerian military president, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has revisited the unresolved murder of journalist Dele Giwa in his newly released autobiography, “A Journey in Service.” In the book launch in Abuja on February 20, 2025, Babangida expressed hope that the mystery surrounding Giwa’s death would eventually be unraveled, while vehemently […] The post Babangida denies involvement in Dele Giwa’s murder, hopes truth will be unveiled in his life time appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, the daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola has stated that former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission of her father’s June 12 victory is a known fact. In her response to IBB’s June 12, 1993, presidential election disclosure via his book, autobiography, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hasfat stated that her father’s victory […] The post IBB’s June 12 revelation not new, my father won – MKO Abiola’s daughter appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago ‘Your revelation on June 12 election winner not new,’ Hafsat Abiola replies IBB

Hafsat Abiola-Costello, daughter of the late Chief MKO Abiola, has responded to former military leader Gen. Ibrahim Babangida’s admission that her father won the June 12, 1993 presidential election. Reacting to Babangida’s revelation in his autobiograpghy, ‘A Journey In Service,’ Hafsat stated, “My father won, we always knew it.” She noted in a statement on Read More

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1 week ago MKO Abiola: ‘I Hope True Winners Of Past Elections Will Be Recognised’ – Peter Obi

Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has commended former Military President Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) for acknowledging the late Chief MKO Abiola as the winner of the June 12, 1993, election. IBB made this admission during the launch of his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’ on Thursday. Obi, who attended […] The post MKO Abiola: ‘I Hope True Winners Of Past Elections Will Be Recognised’ – Peter Obi appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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