You missed historic opportunity in 1993, Tinubu tells Babangida
me wouldn’t be in politics. You inspired some of us,” President Tinubu stated.
He continued, “Your progressive revolution — you said you wanted young, brilliant people in politics — back then in Dodan Barracks. You inspired some of us. And when we look at the programmes, many of us gathered here today for this library project can see the vision of a leader.
“Thank you for who you are. As for the book, I haven’t read it yet, but I have taken my copy, and I will read it.
“Without you, people like me wouldn’t be in politics. Your progressive revolution, your insistence on bringing young, brilliant minds into politics — you inspired us.”
In his remarks, Babangida reflected on his decision to annul the June 12, 1993 election.
Thirty-two years later, he maintained that his actions were taken in what he believed to be the country’s best interest.
