Babangida’s e-book insightful journey on Nigeria’s political evolution – Fayemi

Former Governor of Ekiti State, Kayode Fayemi, has shared his ideas on Nigeria’s political historical past, following his attendance on the presentation of former navy President Ibrahim Babangida’s autobiography, ‘A Journey in Service’.

Fayemi, a identified pro-democracy activist, took to his LinkedIn account on Saturday to replicate on the importance of the memoir and its affect on nationwide discourse.

“Given my long-standing function as a pro-democracy activist, attending the e-book launch of ‘A Journey in Service: An Autobiography of Ibrahim Babangida’ in Abuja was a second of reflection”, Fayemi wrote.

He acknowledged that the e-book supplies a window into Nigeria’s governance and political evolution, highlighting key moments that formed the nation’s democratic journey.

“Basic Babangida’s memoir presents insights into management, governance, and Nigeria’s political evolution, together with defining moments that formed our democratic struggles,” he said.

Fayemi additional emphasised the significance of documenting historic occasions, noting that whereas each period shall be judged by historical past, preserving such experiences is crucial for nationwide development.

“Whereas historical past will proceed to guage each period, documenting these experiences stays essential for nationwide studying and dialogue,” he added.

PidomNigeria On-line reviews that Fayemi just lately celebrated his sixtieth birthday with the official launch of the Amandla Institute for Coverage and Management Development.

Paying glowing tributes throughout his remarks on the occasion, President Bola Tinubu celebrated Fayemi, describing him as an enviable chief who has contributed immensely to the expansion and growth of the nation.

In attendance have been former Head of State, Basic Yakubu Gowon; ex-Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki; Governor Fortunate Aiyedatiwa of Ondo; his counterpart in Ekiti, Biodun Oyebanji; Emir of Kano, Sanusi Lamido; the pioneer Nationwide Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, John Odigie-Oyegun, former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun amongst others.

In the meantime, Babangida’s autobiography has sparked discussions throughout political circles, notably on selections made throughout his tenure, together with the annulment of the June 12, 1993, presidential election.

One in all such response got here from Sadiq Abacha, son of the late navy ruler Basic Sani Abacha, who on Saturday expressed admiration for his father.

Sadiq maintained that Abacha’s management stays vital regardless of persistent scrutiny and criticism.