Sadiq Abacha, son of Nigeria’s former military Head of State, the late General Sani Abacha, has defended his father’s leadership, insisting that history will judge him favourably despite persistent criticism.
In a Facebook post on Saturday, Sadiq described his father as a victim of envy and betrayal, arguing that Abacha’s detractors wished they could match his leadership.
“The man Abacha—you have always been the one they envied with silent deceit. History shall remember you for being a better leader, no matter how much they try to put you down,” he wrote.
“As a son, I am most proud of you today. You indeed are the man they wish they were half of.”
Renewed Debate Over Abacha’s Role in Nigeria’s Political History
Sadiq’s comments follow the release of former military president Ibrahim Babangida’s memoir, A Journey in Service, which has reignited debates about Nigeria’s political past.
One of the book’s most controversial revelations is Babangida’s admission that the June 12, 1993, presidential election was won by Moshood Abiola before it was annulled.
According to Babangida, the decision to nullify the election was influenced by forces within his administration, allegedly led by Abacha.
The claim has sparked fresh discourse about Abacha’s role in one of Nigeria’s most significant political crises, further polarizing public opinion on his legacy.
While Abacha remains a divisive figure in Nigeria’s history, his son remains adamant that his father’s leadership will be vindicated in time.
Similarly, Raees Abacha, the grandson of late military Head of State, Sani Abacha, says his grandfather saved the life of his friend and classmate, General Ibrahim Babangida, IBB, while they were both in the military.
