Obasanjo: Abdulsalami was arranging Abiola’s release before sudden death

Guardian | 14-06-2026 06:54am |

Olusegun Obasanjo has revealed that General Abdulsalami Abubakar, a retired military officer, was in the process of negotiating the release of Chief MKO Abiola prior to his unexpected death while in detention. This statement highlights the efforts being made by Abubakar to secure Abiola's freedom, which was a significant issue during that period. The circumstances surrounding Abiola's detention and subsequent passing have been a topic of considerable discussion in Nigerian political history.

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