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

Former Chief of Staff Aliyu has disclosed that Abdulsalami Abubakar, during his tenure, faced significant military pressure to prolong his transition program. Aliyu emphasized that Abubakar was determined to resist these pressures, prioritizing the return of power to civilian rule. This commitment to democratic principles demonstrated Abubakar's readiness to confront opposition, even from within the military ranks.

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