4 h. 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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4 h. ago Obasanjo opted to leave Army when asked to succeed Murtala ―IBB

Tribune Online Obasanjo opted to leave Army when asked to succeed Murtala ―IBB •Narrates how he disarmed Dimka during 1976 coup FORMER Military President, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has disclosed that former President Olusegun Obasanjo opted to leave the Army after he was asked to succeed former Head of State, Murtala Muhammed, following the failure of the 1976 coup that claimed Murtala’s life. IBB made this disclosure in his […] Obasanjo opted to leave Army when asked to succeed Murtala ―IBB Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Ozekhome Salutes Babangida’s Courage For Acknowledging June 12 Wrongdoing, Calls Nigerians For Forgiveness

Mike Ozekhome, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has urged Nigerians to forgive former military ruler, Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB) for annulling the 1993 presidential election. “I accept full responsibility for the decisions taken under my watch,” Babangida had said during the launch of his autobiography. Ozekhome, in a statement, praised Babangida’s courage and humility in […] The post Ozekhome Salutes Babangida’s Courage For Acknowledging June 12 Wrongdoing, Calls Nigerians For Forgiveness appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Irreversible colossal damage as Babangida owns up on Abiola’s victory

A child born 32 years ago is definitely an adult, and most probably, a father or mother today. That points read more Irreversible colossal damage as Babangida owns up on Abiola’s victory

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5 h. ago June 12 1993: Lawyers, Civil Society draw lessons for Nigeria’s political class

The recent revelations on the annulment of the June 12, 1993, Presidential election in Nigeria, by former President Ibrahim Babangida, read more June 12 1993: Lawyers, Civil Society draw lessons for Nigeria’s political class

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5 h. ago June 12: Anger, resentment in Nigeria as Babangida heaps blame on the dead

I regret annulment, but it prevented second civil war – Babangida Book filled with allegations against the dead – Odinkalu read more June 12: Anger, resentment in Nigeria as Babangida heaps blame on the dead

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6 h. ago IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma

• Says Babangida should not go unpunished From Geoffrey Anyanwu, Enugu The Federal Government has been called upon to acknowledge and honour the man at the centre of the credibility story of the annulled June 12, 1993 election, Prof. Humphrey Nwosu. Retired Archbishop of Enugu Province (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, who made the […] The post IBB June 12 confession: Nigeria unfair to Humphrey Nwosu – Archbishop Chukwuma appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida: An irrepresible enigma and enduring institution

By Femi Fani-Kayode Thirty-two years after leaving power President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has assumed full responsibility for what happened on the June 12th 1993 ANNULMENMENT of Chief MKO Abiola’s presidential election and it’s attendant consequences.   He has explained the circumstances under which it happened and has not only acknowledged that Abiola actually won the […] The post President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida: An irrepresible enigma and enduring institution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida: Offloading heavy burden on him at last

“An exciting and inspiring future awaits you beyond the noise in your mind, beyond the guilt, doubt, fear, shame, insecurity, and heaviness of the past you carry around.”  —Debbie Ford   By Cosmas Omegoh   Former military Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (rtd), left the world in stitches last Thursday following his admission […] The post Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida: Offloading heavy burden on him at last appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Oncologists link pollution to higher cancer cases as 72,000 die annually

Senior healthcare professionals have raised concern over the high level of environmental pollution in the country, saying the development is contributing to Nigeria’s cancer burden. They explained that daily exposure to pollutants, including hazardous chemicals, vehicular fumes, and oil spills among others are increasing risks of cancer in the country. Speaking in a separate interview Read More

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13 h. ago Morayo Brown Calls For Babangida’s Prosecution Over June 12 Crisis, Highlighting Family Trauma, Loss

Media personality Morayo Afolabi-Brown has called for the prosecution of former Nigerian Head of State Ibrahim Babangida. Her demand follows his controversial book launch, which reignited discussions about his role in the annulment of the June 12, 1993 election and the subsequent turmoil. Babangida’s book launch sparked widespread online debates after he admitted to his […] The post Morayo Brown Calls For Babangida’s Prosecution Over June 12 Crisis, Highlighting Family Trauma, Loss appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Edo cocoa farmers battle produce thieves; many reported killed

From Tony Osauzo, Benin A heavy clash has reportedly occurred between cocoa farmers and some produce thieves in the agrarian community of Gbelemotin in Ovia South-West Local Government Area of Edo State last Friday night. It was learnt that many people were feared killed and houses burnt in the attack and counter-attacks that occurred on […] The post Edo cocoa farmers battle produce thieves; many reported killed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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21 h. 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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23 h. 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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23 h. ago MKO Abiola’s Son Speaks Out After IBB’s Revelation On June 12 Election Annulment

Abdulmumuni Abiola, son of Moshood Kashimawo Abiola, has opened up about his feelings on former Military President, General Ibrahim Babangida’s acknowledgment that his father won the June 12, 1993, presidential election. Abdulmumuni, in a chat with Punch, noted that emotions are still raw as he recalls the events surrounding the annulled election. “I remember after […] The post MKO Abiola’s Son Speaks Out After IBB’s Revelation On June 12 Election Annulment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago Prof. Rakson emerges VC, Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru

From Abdulfatai Abdulsalam, Sokoto The Governing Board of the Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, has approved the appointment of Prof Ibrahim Rakson Muhammad as the Vice Chancellor of the university for a five-year tenure.  Briefing newsmen at the university in Zuru, the Council Secretary and Registrar, Abdulaziz Yusuf Bazata, stated that the Governing Board conducted […] The post Prof. Rakson emerges VC, Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

Culture

30 h. ago Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development

By Gloria Laraba Shoda The recent appointment of Hon. Ibrahim Ayokunle Isiaka as the new Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Representatives has further highlighted a troubling reality: there is not a single woman among the ten presiding and principal officers leading the Nigerian House of Representatives today. While I extend my congratulations to […] The post Women’s exclusion from National Assembly leadership: An unacceptable development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. 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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34 h. ago We’ll get justice through other means if govt fails us – Father of dismembered Kwara lady

Mallam Ibrahim Lawal, father of Hafsat, a final-year female student at the Kwara State College of Education, who a cleric and Islamic teacher allegedly murdered, tells TUNDE OYEKOLA that his 24-year-old daughter was murdered for ritual purposes What is your relationship with the young lady who was murdered in Ilorin? The young lady who was Read More

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34 h. ago Long school hours, heavy homework drain children amid exploitative fees

For many Nigerian parents, the pursuit of quality education for their children has become a frustrating struggle. The soaring costs of non-reusable textbooks, extended school hours, excessive homework, and exploitative fees, for them, appear to be a conspiracy designed to drain their resources. CHIJIOKE IREMEKA reports on the growing outrage among parents amid calls for Read More

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