Ibrahim Babangida
Ibrahim Babangida is a retired Nigerian Army general and former military ruler who presided over Nigeria from 1985 to 1993. His tenure was marked by economic reforms and attempts to transition the country towards democracy, which culminated in the controversial annulment of the 1993 presidential elections, sparking widespread protests and political unrest.
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The last Nigerian leader to undertake a state visit to the UK was former Military President, Gen Ibrahim Babangida, in 1989.
Tinubu to make historic state visit to UK in March 2026
Nigeria· 2026-02-09
Ibrahim Babangida, a former military ruler, praised Buhari as a moral compass even in retirement.
Ex-Nigeria President Buhari's remains land back in the country
Ghana· 2025-07-15
Ibrahim Babangida, a former military ruler, praised Buhari as a moral compass and example of modesty.
Former Nigerian leader to be buried in Daura
United Kingdom· 2025-07-14
He was overthrown in August 1985 by General Ibrahim Babangida and detained until 1988.
Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari dies aged 82 in London
Tanzania· 2025-07-14
Former Military President Ibrahim Babangida expressed sadness over the sudden demise of Buhari.
Tinubu, Ex-Leaders Gather for BurialNigeria· 2025-07-14
He was removed after only 18 months by another military officer, Ibrahim Babangida.
Nigeria’s former president Buhari, twice leader of Africa’s most populous nation, dies aged 82
Canada· 2025-07-13Good enough, Ibrahim Babangida has confessed that Chief MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993 election that was annulled.
Olanipekun's Path to True FederalisNigeria· 2025-06-25
General Ibrahim Babangida annulled the June 12, 1993 presidential election.
Tinubu & June 12: Lamido's Explosive ClaimNigeria· 2025-06-22
General Ibrahim Babangida built the International Conference Centre in 1991.
Tinubu's Nigeria? Monumental Spending & Naming ControversyNigeria· 2025-06-17
General Ibrahim Babangida, aka Maradona, was booted out of power.
Tinubu: Python of Nigerian Politics?Nigeria· 2025-06-14
Ibrahim Babangida annulled the June 12, 1993, presidential election, which was recognized as the freest and fairest in Nigeria's history.
Nigeria's Lost Ideals & The Fight For DemocracyNigeria· 2025-06-14
General Ibrahim Babangida has apologised to the family for invalidating the historic polls.
IBB's Apology to Abiola's FamilyNigeria· 2025-06-13
The election won by Moshood Abiola was annulled by the military under General Ibrahim Babangida.
June 12 Heroes: Tinubu's Honours Spark DebateNigeria· 2025-06-13
Ibrahim Babangida annulled the June 12, 1993 presidential election, which is widely regarded as the freest and fairest in Nigeria's history.
June 12: Nigeria's Betrayal?Nigeria· 2025-06-12
Ibrahim Babangida annulled the 1993 presidential election won by M.K.O. Abiola.
Forgive Fubara? Bode George's Plea to TinubuNigeria· 2025-06-11
Ibrahim Babangida annulled the June 12 presidential election.
32 Years After June 12Nigeria· 2025-06-11
Ibrahim Babangida was the former Head of State who annulled the June 12, 1993, presidential election.
Senate Moves Presidential Inauguration VenueNigeria· 2025-06-10
Ibrahim Babangida met with Olusegun Obasanjo after his release from prison to discuss the future of Nigeria.
25 Years of Nigeria Democracy: A Journey of ProgressNigeria· 2025-06-01
Buratai cited the Structural Adjustment Programmes under Ibrahim Babangida as part of past governments' handling of the economy.
Buratai Backs Tinubu’s Economic Reforms at Amaechi’s EventNigeria· 2025-06-01
Ibrahim Babangida annulled the results of the 1993 election, citing national security concerns.
Why Nigerians Voted MKO Abiola in 1993 – Ex-MinisterNigeria· 2025-05-29
Captain Jaiyeola Adeola flew General Ibrahim Babangida to Nairobi when he was head of state.
How I flew Buhari around during 1983 coup – 80-year-old ex-Nigeria Airways pilotNigeria· 2025-05-24
General Ibrahim Babangida acknowledged that MKO Abiola won the election.
FG voided June 12 to avoid paying Abiola N45bnNigeria· 2025-05-14
In his book, General Ibrahim Babangida acknowledged that Abiola won the election.
Lamido asks Tinubu to pay Abiola family N45bn debtNigeria· 2025-05-13
Gen. Ibrahim Babangida was one of the leaders who ruled Nigeria from the North.
Baba-Ahmed back on the hustingsNigeria· 2025-05-01
Ibrahim Babangida was a Military President who introduced a two-party system during the aborted Third Republic.
Nigeria is already a de facto one-party state – Punch NewspapersNigeria· 2025-05-01
Ibrahim Babangida is a former military president of Nigeria and a supporter of Victor Omololu Olunloyo.
Dr Victor Omololu Olunloyo: Uncommon brillianceNigeria· 2025-04-19
Ibrahim Babangida is mentioned as someone who advised Bola Tinubu not to run for president.
Death rumours don’t bother me — Ex-gov OlunloyoNigeria· 2025-04-06
Ibrahim Babangida was the former military Head of State who annulled the June 12, 1993 election.
Humphrey Nwosu buried in Anambra as Soludo vows to pursue recognitionNigeria· 2025-03-28
Ibrahim Babangida was the former military President who truncated the June 12, 1993, presidential election.
Senate rejects motion to rename INEC headquarters after Humphrey NwosuNigeria· 2025-03-27
Jamiu Abiola stated that probing former military Head of State Ibrahim Babangida over the death of his father is unnecessary.
Probing IBB over my father’s death unnecessary— Abiola’s sonNigeria· 2025-03-16