Abdulsalami: Babangida Never Discussed June 12 Annulment with Me, Abiola Not Poisoned

Thisdaylive | 14-06-2026 04:54pm |

Former military leader Abdulsalami Abubakar has stated that his predecessor, Ibrahim Babangida, never discussed the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election with him. He also refuted claims that late pro-democracy activist Moshood Abiola was poisoned. Abubakar made these remarks during a book launch event where notable figures, including President Bola Tinubu, former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, and General Yakubu Gowon, praised his contributions to the nation. Additionally, the President has instructed the Federal Capital Territory Minister to allocate land for a project related to the event.

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