5 h. ago Recognise Abiola as former president, Orji Kalu tells Tinubu

Former Abia State Governor and current Senator for Abia North, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to officially recognise the late Chief MKO Abiola as one of Nigeria’s past presidents. Kalu suggested that Abiola’s portrait should be placed alongside those of other former leaders at the Presidential Villa as a sign of Read More

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5 h. ago Kalu Urges IBB To Expose Those Behind June 12 Election Annulment

Former Abia State governor and Senator representing Abia North Senatorial District, Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on former military president Ibrahim Babangida to fully disclose the events surrounding the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election in the second edition of his book. Addressing journalists on Tuesday in Abuja, Senator Kalu responded to recent […]

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5 h. ago Why Tinubu should recognise Abiola as former president — Orji Kalu

Tribune Online Why Tinubu should recognise Abiola as former president — Orji Kalu “Yes, Abiola won the election. And I will say President Tinubu should declare him a president posthumously" Why Tinubu should recognise Abiola as former president — Orji Kalu Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Sen Kalu says Tinubu will win second term, declares IBB’s account of June 12 incomplete

Kenneth Udeh from Abuja Chairman of the South-East Development Commission (SEDC), Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has expressed confidence that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will complete his two terms in office considering the level of successes he recorded in bold economic, social and political policies. The Abia-North Lawmaker stated this on Tuesday while fielding questions from […] The post Sen Kalu says Tinubu will win second term, declares IBB’s account of June 12 incomplete appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu

Tribune Online Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu … ask IBB to write vol. II, name those who annulled June 12 election Former Governor of Abia State, Sen. Orji Uzor Kalu, has called on President Bola Tinubu to declare the late Chief MKO Abiola one of Nigeria’s presidents posthumously. Kalu said Abiola’s portrait should also be hung among the portraits of Nigerian presidents. […] Declare Abiola Nigeria’s President posthumously, Kalu tells Tinubu Tribune Online

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64 h. ago June 12, 1993 presidential election: Gani Adams faults IBB on claim Abacha annulled poll

Says annulment of election big minus for him • Demands entitlements given to former presidents be extended to Abiola • Says coast now clear for President Tinubu to make necessary atonement   By Christy Anyanwu Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Ganiyu Adams is an activist, politician, and traditional aristocrat. Adams in this chat with […] The post June 12, 1993 presidential election: Gani Adams faults IBB on claim Abacha annulled poll appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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64 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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65 h. ago June 12, 1993 presidential election: Mr. Probity: Echoes of heritage, beats of resilience

Says annulment of election big minus for him • Demands entitlements given to former presidents be extended to Abiola • Says coast now clear for President Tinubu to make necessary atonement   By Christy Anyanwu Aare Ona Kakanfo of Yoruba land, Ganiyu Adams is an activist, politician, and traditional aristocrat. Adams in this chat with […] The post June 12, 1993 presidential election: Mr. Probity: Echoes of heritage, beats of resilience appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. 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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4 d. ago How annulment of June 12 election prevented second civil war – IBB

Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida (IBB), Nigeria’s military president between 1985 and 1993, said MKO Abiola, who is believed to be the read more How annulment of June 12 election prevented second civil war – IBB

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4 d. 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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4 d. ago IBB expresses regret for annulling June 12, 1993 election in revealing book

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye and Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja   Former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has officially confirmed that the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola won the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election. In his autobiography, “A Journey in Service”,  he noted that Abiola, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate, secured both the majority […] The post IBB expresses regret for annulling June 12, 1993 election in revealing book appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Tinubu Hails IBB For Acknowledging Late Abiola’s June 12 Election Victory

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said former Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida, showed unusual courage and patriotism by admitting that the late M.K.O. Abiola won the June 12 presidential election in 1993. The President, who was the Special Guest of Honour at the launch of Babangida’s autobiography, “A Journey In Service,” and […]

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5 d. ago Abiola Won June 12 Poll But I Had No Choice Than To Cancel It – Babangida Admits

Former Military Head of State, General Ibrahim Babangida has admitted that late Moshood Abiola won the June 12, 1993, presidential election, but had no choice than to annulled it. Speaking on Thursday during the unveiling of his autobiography, Babangida noted that the annulment of the election remained a defining moment in his career. He also […] The post Abiola Won June 12 Poll But I Had No Choice Than To Cancel It – Babangida Admits appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Babangida admits Abiola won 1993 election in new autobiography

Says Abacha annulled election Says He’ll do it differently if given another opportunity Commends Buhari for conferring him with a GCFR From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Former Nigerian military president General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida has officially confirmed that the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola emerged victorious in the historic June 12, 1993, presidential election. Babangida […] The post Babangida admits Abiola won 1993 election in new autobiography appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago MKO Abiola’s June 12 election annulled for Nigeria to survive — IBB

Tribune Online MKO Abiola’s June 12 election annulled for Nigeria to survive — IBB Former military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd), has defended the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, stating that the decision was made in the supreme national interest to ensure Nigeria’s survival. Speaking on Thursday at the launch of his autobiography, A Journey in Service, and the unveiling of his presidential library in […] MKO Abiola’s June 12 election annulled for Nigeria to survive — IBB Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Abiola won June 12 election, but annulment was my toughest decision – Babangida

Former military president, General Ibrahim Babangida (retd.), has admitted that the late Chief MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993, presidential election but described its annulment as the most difficult decision of his life. Babangida made the revelation in his autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service,’ which was unveiled in Abuja on Thursday. Reviewing the book Read More

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5 d. ago Babangida confirms Abiola’s 1993 victory in new autobiography

Commends Buhari for recognising, conferring on him GCFR By Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Former Nigerian military president, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (retd), has officially confirmed that the late Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO) Abiola emerged victorious in the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election. Babangida made this disclosure in his newly launched autobiography, “A Journey in Service”, […] The post Babangida confirms Abiola’s 1993 victory in new autobiography appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago How Orji Kalu’s govt explored agricultural development in Abia — Ex

Tribune Online How Orji Kalu’s govt explored agricultural development in Abia — Ex-SSG Former Secretary to the Abia State Government, Dr Eme Okoro, has revealed how former Governor Orji Uzor Kalu made efforts to boost agriculture during his tenure. Okoro who stated this while speaking with some journalists, lamented the persistent abandonment of the agricultural sector by Nigerian leaders. When asked if he was impressed with the attitude […] How Orji Kalu’s govt explored agricultural development in Abia — Ex-SSG Tribune Online

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