“He was ready to go against anyone, including himself” — ex-chief security officer reveals how Abdulsalami shut down military plan to extend tenure

Aliyu, the former chief security officer, disclosed that Abdulsalami Abubakar faced significant military pressure to prolong his transition program but ultimately chose to uphold the commitment to return power to civilian rule. He emphasized that Abubakar was prepared to confront any opposition, including from within the military, to ensure the transition was honored. This decision marked a pivotal moment in Nigeria's political history, reinforcing the importance of democratic governance.

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