Breaking: Honesty, integrity not associated with IBB, Abacha’s family breaks silence

The family of late General Sani Abacha has issued a scathing response to former Head of State, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, over claims made in his new book, “A Journey in Service”.

Babangida alleged that Abacha was responsible for the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election, sparking widespread controversy.

The family in a statement signed by Mohammed Abacha on Sunday vehemently denied these claims, stating that General Sani Abacha was neither the Head of State nor the Commander-in-Chief at the time of the election annulment.

Instead, they emphasized that the decision was made under Babangida’s administration, who held absolute executive powers and was solely responsible for his government’s actions.

The family accused Babangida of attempting to distort historical facts and shift blame onto Abacha, who was a senior military officer at the time.

They urged Nigerians to be cautious of revisionist narratives aimed at manipulating public perception for personal or political gain.

Despite Babangida’s claims, the Abacha family highlighted General Sani Abacha’s loyalty to his comrades, including Babangida, whom he rescued when his life was under threat.

They expressed gratitude to Nigerians who have defended Abacha’s legacy and commitment to truth and historical accuracy.

The Abacha family regretted that Babangida’s book failed to provide a truthful and objective account of past events, quoting a public commentator who noted that honesty, sincerity, and integrity are virtues not commonly associated with the author.