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IBB’S SON, MUHAMMED BABANGIDA, ACCEPTS APPOINTMENT AS BOA CHAIRMAN

Muhammed Babangida, son of former Military President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB), has officially accepted his appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture (BOA). In a press statement issued on Monday, Babangida expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the confidence placed in him. “We wish to clarify that Muhammed gratefully accepts the appointment as Chairman of the Bank of Agriculture, as announced by the federal government, and extends his sincere appreciation to President Tinubu for the trust and confidence bestowed upon him,” the statement read. Babangida’s statement came in response to online reports claiming he had declined the role, which he described as “false and malicious.” He condemned the misinformation as a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and undermine the integrity of President Tinubu’s administration. “We also want to assure the public that those spreading these falsehoods will be thoroughly investigated and brought to justice. We remain committed to transparency, accountability, and fostering unity within our nation,” the statement added. Babangida appealed to the public to exercise discernment and rely on credible sources for verified information. His appointment is among several high-level nominations recently approved by President Tinubu, aimed at reinforcing leadership in critical government institutions.

BABANGIDA FINALLY ADMITS ABIOLA WON 1993 PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION

In a shocking revelation, former military head of state, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, has finally acknowledged that the late Chief Moshood Abiola won the June 12, 1993, presidential election. This admission comes over three decades after the election, which was infamously annulled by Babangida’s regime. Babangida made this revelation in his autobiography, “A Journey in Service”, which was launched in Abuja on Thursday. Through the book reviewer and former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osibanjo, Babangida stated that Abiola secured the majority of votes and the geographical spread required to be declared president. “There was no doubt in my mind; MKO Abiola won the election. He satisfied all the requirements,” Babangida said. The former military ruler described the June 12 election annulment as the most challenging aspect of his life. However, he expressed happiness that President Muhammadu Buhari acknowledged Abiola’s victory and honoured him with the Grand Commander of the Federal Republic (GCFR) title, Nigeria’s highest national honour. Babangida’s admission is a significant development in Nigeria’s history, as it confirms what many had long believed: that Abiola won the election fair and square. This revelation is expected to spark renewed discussions about Nigeria’s past and its ongoing struggle for democracy.