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Babangida Reveals Why He Annulled June 12 Election, Fearing Civil War
Babangida Reveals Why He Annulled June 12 Election, Fearing Civil War
Babangida reveals why he annulled June 12 election, fearing civil war. The annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election remains one of Nigeria’s most controversial political events, and former military president General Ibrahim Babangida has now shed new light on his reasons for the decision.
Speaking at the launch of his autobiography, A Journey in Service, in Abuja, Babangida revealed that he feared Chief MKO Abiola’s assassination could plunge Nigeria into another civil war.
The high-profile event, held at Transcorp Hilton, saw dignitaries, including President Bola Tinubu, former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, former Heads of State Generals Yakubu Gowon and Abdulsalami Abubakar, and several state governors. Industrialists like Alhaji Aliko Dangote and political figures such as Atiku Abubakar, Peter Obi, and Rabiu Kwankwaso were also in attendance.
Why I Annulled June 12 – Babangida
Babangida admitted that Abiola of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) won the election against Bashir Tofa of the National Republican Convention (NRC). However, he claimed that powerful forces, particularly led by late General Sani Abacha, opposed Abiola’s presidency and could have had him eliminated.
“Unfortunately, the forces gathered against him after the election were so formidable that I was convinced that if he became President, he would be quickly eliminated by the same people who pretended to be his friends,” Babangida wrote in his book. “I was petrified that if Abiola was killed, it could lead to a civil war.”
Babangida described the annulment as a regrettable moment in Nigeria’s history, admitting that the military underestimated the resistance to returning to civilian rule.
Coup Threats and Military Politics
He revealed that opposition within the military made it difficult to sustain the transition to democracy, as many officers were reluctant to give up their positions.
“The military was factionalised between those who wanted to hand over to a civilian government and those who were determined to retain control,” he said.
According to Babangida, the annulment of the election nearly cost him his life. While in Katsina on June 23, 1993, to condole with the Yar’Adua family, he was shocked to hear that the election had been nullified without his direct authorization. “I was alarmed and horrified. I knew I had been outflanked by powerful elements within my government,” he disclosed.
He admitted that he attempted to offer Abiola an interim position as a compromise, but the business mogul rejected it. He also accused Abiola of trusting deceitful ‘friends’ who later worked against him.
Reactions and IBB Presidential Library Launch
President Tinubu, speaking at the event, acknowledged Babangida’s influence in shaping his political career, stating, “Without you, people like me wouldn’t be in politics.” Former President Goodluck Jonathan described Babangida as a charismatic leader who drove infrastructural development in Nigeria.
The event also witnessed the launch of the IBB Presidential Library, which received massive financial support from business moguls. Notable donations included N8 billion from Aliko Dangote, N5 billion from Abdulsamad Rabiu, and N3 billion from General Theophilus Danjuma.
Final Thoughts
Babangida
Babangida concluded by acknowledging that his administration’s actions disrupted Nigeria’s democratic process, but emphasized that the country survived and democracy endured.
“Nigeria’s march to democracy was interrupted, a fact that I deeply regret. But democracy is still alive today – a testament to our resilience.”
As Nigeria continues to reflect on the impact of June 12, Babangida’s revelations provide fresh insight into one of the nation’s most defining political moments.”
Nigeria Popular Pastor Reveals Why Christians Go To Church With Offerings
Nigeria popular pastor reveals why Christians go to Church with offerings. You don’t go to church with an offering to bribe God. You don’t give so that God will bless you. That mentality is transactional, and it is not the gospel. God is not a merchant, and church is not a marketplace.
In Christ, you are already blessed. “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.” (Ephesians 1:3). If God has already blessed you with all blessings, what exactly are you trying to buy with money?
Offering is not a tool for manipulation. It is not a seed to twist God’s hand. It is a response to understanding. When light comes, giving follows. You don’t give to get; you give because you have received.
You go to church with an offering because ministry requires resources. The gospel must be preached, and preaching the gospel to reach a greater audience costs money. church facilities, media equipment, missions, outreaches, welfare, administration, all these require finances.
The work of the ministry does not run on wishes; it runs on resources.
Jesus had a treasury (John 12:6). Paul collected offerings to support ministry work and missions
(1 Corinthians 16:1–2, Philippians 4:15–18).
The early church gave to sustain the spread of the gospel (Acts 4:34–35). Giving has always been about supporting the work, not paying God, or bribing God to respond to your case.
When you give, you are partnering with the gospel. You are saying, “I believe in this message, and I want it to go far.” You are investing in lives, in souls, in eternity. That is why Paul said their giving was “fruit that abounds to your account,” not because God needed their money, but because the gospel was advancing through it.
“THIS IS WHY YOU GO
TO CHURCH WITH AN OFFERING”
Why Christians Go To Church With Offerings
Offering is stewardship, You are managing resources God already put in your hands. You are not losing, You are not buying blessings; you are financing the message that blesses lives.
So, you don’t give to be blessed. You give because you are blessed. You don’t give out of fear. You give out of understanding. You don’t give under pressure. You give in partnership.
What To Know About Air Chief Marshal Alex Sabundu Badeh
What to know about Air Chief Marshal Alex Sabundu Badeh. Air Chief Marshal Alex Sabundu Badeh was born on November 7, 1957, in Vimtim, a small town in Mubi Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
His military career began when he was admitted into the Nigerian Defence Academy as part of the 21st Regular Course on January 3, 1977. He was commissioned as a Pilot Officer on July 3, 1979.
Air Chief Marshal Alex Sabundu Badeh
General Badeh’s remarkable rise to prominence saw him appointed as the 18th Chief of Air Staff, and later, he rose to the pinnacle of military leadership as the 15th Chief of Defence Staff – a testament to his exceptional leadership and expertise, with the rare distinction of holding TWO of the most powerful positions in the Nigerian Military.
Unfortunately, Air Chief Marshal AS Badeh died after gunmen attacked him on his way to his farm along Abuja-keffi road, on December 2018. May his gallant soul continue to rest in peace.
NNPC Post Record 5.76trn Naira Profit In 2025
Key Highlights:
NNPC post record 5.76trn naira profit in 2025– _”The company recorded a profit after tax of N5.76 trillion for the year and remitted N14.706 trillion to statutory government agencies.”
NNPC Monthly Report Summary
Revenue Breakdown: Total revenue for 2025 was N60.51 trillion, with statutory payments to government agencies and partners amounting to N14.7 trillion.
NNPC
”Crude oil and condensate production averaged 1.54 million barrels per day in December 2025, down by 3.75 percent from 1.6 million bpd in November 2025.” NNPC
Gas Production : Natural gas output stood at 6.914 billion standard cubic feet per day in December 2025.
Infrastructure Progress : Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) gas pipeline reached 91% completion, while Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) pipeline project is on track
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