- Richard Akinnola has refuted former military president Ibrahim Babangidas claims regarding the 1986 assassination of Newswatch editor Dele Giwa
- Akinnola accused Babangida of historical revisionism, citing police reports and the Oputa Panels findings that contradicted the former leaders statements
- He challenged Babangidas claim of friendship with Giwa, questioning his credibility and linking his regime to unanswered questions about the murder
The IBB’s memoir launch was attended by high profile dignitaries in the country including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Image: X/Bayo OnanugaSource: TwitterI can understand the denial of General Ibrahim Babangida of his innocence over the murder of Dele Giwa. It is expected. Have you seen an armed robbery suspect charged to court pleading guilty in court? Its a matter of self-preservation, Akinnola stated.Akinnola revealed how IBB refused panel invitationDele Giwa was murdered in cold blood in his residence when he opened a bomb-laced letter.Source: FacebookBabangida linked to mysterious disappearance of OkonIt is even deceitful to be referring to Dele as your good friend. From where to where? If you could execute your childhood friend, Mamman Vatsa, who then is Dele Giwa, who you only met in the course of his official duties as a journalist? Dele Giwa was not your friend, General, he remarked.Jonathan praises Babangidas legacy at memoir launch




