Babangida Alleges Abacha's Role in June 12 Election Annullment

In recent remarks tied to the annulment of Nigeria's June 12, 1993 presidential election, former military president Ibrahim Babangida accused late General Sani Abacha of orchestrating the controversial decision while he was away from the capital. Babangida's autobiography, 'A Journey in Service,' describes the annulment as an 'accident of history' and expresses regret over the failure to complete the electoral process. In response, Abacha's children, Gumsu and Sadiq S. Abacha, defended their father's legacy, with Gumsu posting a cryptic message accusing Babangida of shifting blame onto Abacha, who cannot defend himself. Meanwhile, Sadiq insisted that history will ultimately judge their father favorably despite ongoing criticism. This exchange highlights the enduring tensions surrounding Nigeria's political history and the differing narratives about the events of 1993. Babangida's claims and the Abacha family's rebuttals continue to stir public debate over accountability and the legacy of military rule in Nigeria.