In his memoir ‘A Journey in Service’, Ibrahim Babangida (IBB) the ex-military Head of State, reflected on the annulled June 12 presidential election as being free, fair, and credible.
He admitted that nullifying the election was the most challenging moment of his life and expressed regret for his decision during the official book launch in Abuja.
IBB said, “Undoubtedly credible, free and fair elections were held in June, on June 12, 1993.
“However, the tragic irony of history remains that the administration that devised a near-perfect electoral system and conducted those near-perfect elections could not complete the process.
“That accident of history is most regrettable. The nation is entitled to expect my impression of regret.
“As a leader of the military administration, I accept full responsibility for all decisions taken under my watch.
“Our nation’s march to democracy was interrupted, a fact that I deeply regret. But Nigeria and democracy is still alive, a testament to commitment.”
