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June 12 War Erupts: Presidency Fires Back at Lamido’s ‘Revisionist’ Take on Tinubu’s Role
The Nigerian Presidency has responded to former Governor Sule Lamido’s recent allegations that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu supported the annulment of the historic June 12 election, which had declared the late MKO Abiola as the winner.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Presidency Responds to Sule Lamido’s False Claims on Tinubu’s Role in June 12 Crisis
The Presidency has reacted strongly to recent remarks by former Jigawa State Governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, accusing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of backing the annulment of the June 12, 1993 presidential election. The comments, made during a televised appearance, were described as a gross distortion of history and a clear case of political revisionism.
In a statement released Sunday, the Presidency debunked Lamido’s claims that President Tinubu only gained relevance after the formation of the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO), and that his mother, Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, rallied market women in support of the annulment.
“These claims are entirely false,” the statement read. “Alhaja Mogaji never mobilised women in favour of the annulment. If she had, she would have lost her leadership position among Lagos market traders. Her relationship with President Babangida ended well before the annulment saga.”
The Presidency pointed out that Lamido, who served as National Secretary of the Social Democratic Party (SDP)—the platform on which MKO Abiola won the election—was part of a leadership that shamefully failed to resist the annulment. Instead, Lamido and the party’s national chairman at the time, Tony Anenih, were accused of aligning with the rival National Republican Convention to subvert the people’s will.
“In contrast,” the statement noted, “Senator Bola Tinubu stood firm against military tyranny even before General Abacha’s coup that dissolved all democratic institutions on November 17, 1993.”
It referenced a Senate debate on August 19, 1993, where Tinubu openly condemned the annulment, calling it a coup against democracy. “This is a self-inflicted crisis,” Tinubu had said. “The government that made the law broke its own law. This is a crime.”
Tinubu was reportedly among the first politicians to stand by Abiola after his return to Nigeria and oppose Abacha’s transition programme. He was later arrested alongside other senators for defying the military regime, funding protests, and refusing to accept the subversion of democracy.
When it became clear Abacha wouldn’t return power to Abiola, Tinubu joined NADECO—formed in May 1994—and went into exile after Abiola was arrested. While abroad, Tinubu continued funding the resistance, including Wole Soyinka’s NALICON, and remained a key force behind the pro-democracy struggle.
“While Tinubu risked his life and assets, Lamido and others were cutting deals with the Abacha junta,” the statement alleged. Tinubu’s home in Lagos was even bombed during this period.
Though Lamido acknowledged Tinubu’s role in NADECO, the Presidency accused him of attempting to downplay the President’s contributions for political reasons. “NADECO was born out of the June 12 struggle and became the formal platform for resistance. To suggest Tinubu was absent until then is dishonest,” the statement said.
Labeling Lamido part of the “Coalition of the Disgruntled,” the Presidency accused him of envy and suffering from “tall poppy syndrome”—a psychological tendency to disparage those who stand out.
“We urge Lamido to check his facts before going on air to spread misinformation,” the statement concluded. “President Tinubu has a proud record of standing for democracy—unlike those who cowered in the face of military oppression.”
The Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) has appealed to residents of Abia State and other road users along the Aba–Azumini highway to protect the newly completed road from activities that could damage it.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
FERMA’s South-East 2 Zonal Director, Suleiman Mohammed Omonowo, issued the warning during an inspection of the project, cautioning against the burning of tyres during celebrations, which he said could damage the road surface.
He noted that destructive practices by some youths and community members often contribute to the early failure of road projects across the country.
“Our advice to road users, especially indigenes, is to protect the road from destruction. Let nobody come and destroy it or burn tyres in the name of celebration,” he said.
Omonowo said the Aba–Azumini highway was previously in a very bad condition before FERMA intervened, describing it as a death trap for commuters and residents.
He also expressed satisfaction with the quality of work done on the project, adding that drainage structures such as catch pits would help prevent flooding and extend the lifespan of the road.
According to him, the highway serves as a major link between Aba, several Abia communities, and Cross River State, carrying heavy traffic daily.
He urged local construction firms to improve on quality delivery to compete effectively with foreign contractors.
Meanwhile, the Federal Roads Maintenance Engineer in Abia State, Festus Okafor, said FERMA workers have not faced harassment or violence from residents during operations in the state.
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS), Yobe State Command, has declared a 30-year-old inmate wanted after he escaped following a road accident involving a prison transport vehicle.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The incident reportedly occurred on April 13, 2026, while inmates were being conveyed from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Potiskum to Damaturu.
In a statement issued in Damaturu, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSC Abdullahi Adamu, said the vehicle conveying the inmates was involved in a crash during the journey.
He said the accident happened while efforts were ongoing to rescue those affected.
The escaped inmate was identified as Dahiru Mohammed, with prison number J/1539/24, who was admitted into custody on November 29, 2024.
The Correctional Service described him as dangerous and warned members of the public not to have any form of contact with him.
It urged residents to report any useful information that could lead to his re-arrest to the nearest security agency.
Authorities also cautioned that harbouring a fugitive is a criminal offence punishable under the law.
The Federal High Court sitting in Ibadan, Oyo State, has ordered the University of Ibadan (UI) to reinstate three students suspended over their participation in a protest against tuition fee hikes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Delivering judgment on Wednesday, Justice Nkeonye Maha set aside the decision of the university’s Central Student Disciplinary Committee, ruling that the students were denied fair hearing during the disciplinary process.
The court held that the failure to allow the students call witnesses and present evidence violated their constitutional right to fair hearing, rendering the sanctions against them invalid.
The affected students — Aduwo Ayodele, Mide Gbadegesin, and Nice Linus — were suspended on July 14, 2025, after taking part in a protest against increased school fees approved by the university’s governing council.
Dissatisfied with the suspension, they approached the court, arguing that the disciplinary proceedings breached their fundamental rights and due process.
They asked the court to quash the suspension, reinstate their studentship, and award damages for alleged rights violations.
In her ruling, Justice Maha agreed with their arguments, stating that the university’s actions failed to meet the standards of natural justice.
Following the judgment, rights group CAPPA hailed the decision, urging the university to comply fully, reinstate the students, and issue an apology.
The group said the ruling reinforces constitutional protections for freedom of expression and serves as a warning against the suppression of student protests in tertiary institutions.
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