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IBB confesses: I was depressed to watch Vatsa die the way he did

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By Tom Okpe General Ibrahim Badamosi Babangida IBB, has gladly told the world, all incidents that occurred, during his reigns as Military Head of State. Babangida who gave himself an acronyms of Military President in Nigeria, annulled the Presidential elections, held on 12th June, 1993 won by

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IBB should be prosecuted for human rights abuses, undermining democracy under his watch – Hon. Abdul Oroh

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BY PATRICK WEMAMBU Erstwhile Director of Civil Liberties Organization (CLO), a non-governmental organisation focused on human rights and pro-democracy advocacy since establishment in 1987, Hon. Abdul Oroh, has called for the prosecution of former military ruler, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida for what he described as human rights abuses and undermining of democracy during his

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IBB congratulates Tinubu

Ihesiulo Grace 1 March 2023 0

Former Military President, General (rtd.) Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida IBB has commended Nigerians for going out in masse to exercise their voting rights in the Saturday presidential election. IBB in a statement issued by his media officer, Abdulrauf Idris to congratulate president-elect Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu however, called on them to join hands with the winner, […]

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Nobody can convince me that this country should break – IBB

Ihesiulo Grace 14 January 2020 0

‘My generation is committed and they will use everything possible; apply logic, advice, talks just to make sure that the country remains united.’ former Military President General Ibrahim Babaginda (Rtd) has said. Babaginda speaking with Channels Television said nobody can convince him that this country should break Babaginda also said that people died trying

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IBB, Abdulsalam coup cannot happen at this time – Guru Maharaj Ji

Ihesiulo Grace 9 October 2019 0

IBB and Abdulsalam Coup cannot happen at this time, Sheikh Guru Maharaj Ji, has said Guru Maharaj ji said this in a Press Conference at his Spiritual Centre in Lagos on Tuesday. He also urged Atiku to congratulate President Buhari and move on in good faith. He said: “they should congratulate and give support to […]

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Fatgbems committed to speedy service delivery, value for money

Ihesiulo Grace 23 August 2019 0

Temitope Adebayo Fatgbems Petroleum Company Limited has commissioned a mega retail station in Abeokuta, the capital city of Ogun State, restating the brand’s commitment to building a lasting identity and providing customers with real experience at every touch point. Speaking at the commissions of the mega retail outlet, Chairman of Fatgbems Group, Mr. Kabir Gbemisola

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IBB supports massive overhaul of old politicians

Ihesiulo Grace 2 April 2018 0

Former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida ( IBB ) has advocated for the younger generation to be given the opportunity to steer the reins of leadership of the nation. According to him, the old generation has overstayed in the corridor of power as the nation need new ideas which only the younger generation can […]

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Tinubu: Obasanjo, IBB belong to ‘retirees club’

Ihesiulo Grace 14 February 2018 0

National leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, has said that former President Olusegun Obasanjo and ex-military President, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, “are yesterdays men and should allow Nigeria to move on.” Tinubu, who came to the Presidential Villa in Abuja in company of the former interim national chairman of the party, Chief […]

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What exactly is Babangida saying?

Ihesiulo Grace 7 February 2018 0

BY Reuben Abati The drama, the controversy, the confusion, the double entendre, attended by seeming cowardice, that grew around a statement, perhaps the statements, purportedly issued by former military President Ibrahim Babangida on Sunday, February 4, is absolutely unnecessary, unfortunate and utterly avoidable. A statesman, the new role in which President Babangida has

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IGP orders arrest of IBB’s aide over IBB letter to Buhari

Ihesiulo Grace 5 February 2018 0

Ibrahim Idris, the Inspector General of Police, has reportedly ordered the arrest of Prince Kassim Afegbuathe, the media aide to former President, Ibrahim Babangida, for a statement he issued on behalf of his boss. There was confusion Sunday night over the authenticity of a letter allegedly written by former President, Ibrahim Babangida to President Muhammadu […]

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#DailyTimes Historical Discourse II: How IBB’s refusal to quit led to Yar’Adua’s emergence

Ihesiulo Grace 4 December 2017 0

Sequel to the publication of our Series I in The Daily Times Historical Discourse on Monday, November 27, 2017, we wish to serve our numerous readers this week, the circumstances that led to the emergence of the former Chief of Staff of Supreme Headquarters, the late Gen Shehu Musa Yar’Adua. Series II Former MiIitary President, […]

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IBB plans scholarship to immortalize late wife, Maryam

Ihesiulo Grace 4 November 2017 0

Former Nigerian Military President, Gen. Ibrahim Babangida (rtd.) has concluded plans to establish a scholarship programme at all levels of the Nigerian school system in memory of his late wife, Maryam Babangida. Babangida made the disclosure in his address at the Inaugural Annual Memorial Lecture in honour of the former first lady, who died from […]

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Jonathan, IBB hold closed door meeting in Minna

Ihesiulo Grace 19 October 2017 0

SAKA BOLAJI – MINNA Former President Goodluck Jonathan on Wednesday sneaked into Minna the Niger state capital where he held a closed door meeting with the former military president, Gen Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida at his uphill residence. Jonathan, according to a source, arrived Minna at about 10am in a GMC bulletproof SUV marked ABJ 961ER. […]

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IBB at 76, you are a patriot, precious gift to mankind -Gov Sani Bello

Ihesiulo Grace 18 August 2017 0

Niger State Governor, Alhaji Abubakar Sani Bello has said the former Military President, General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida who clocks 76 years on (Tuesday) is a precious gift to mankind and to the country, describing him as a true champion of peace, unity and togetherness of Nigeria. In a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, […]

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Niger Boxing Association approaches IBB for sponsorship

Ihesiulo Grace 30 November 2016 0

The Niger State Boxing Association has decried the lackadaisical attitude of the state government towards sports, especially boxing and approached Gen. Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (rtd) for support. The State Chairman of the Association who is also the National President of Boxing Referee/Judges of Nigeria, Mr Teejay Adams made the observation in a meeting held at […]

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Babangida slams anti-military political broadcast

Ihesiulo Grace 26 March 2015 0

Former President Ibrahim Babangida has flayed what he described as an attempt to ridicule the military institution in the name of politics. Babangida, who took note of a television documentary reportedly aired on Tuesday night on a private television network to project President Goodluck Jonathan ahead of the presidential election, lamented that the president’s backers