- Ex-Head of State Ibrahim Babangida revealed that he was forced to choose between his friend and national security
- Babangida claimed covert investigations provided “incontrovertible evidence” of Vatsas involvement, leading to his execution in 1986 despite their close friendship
- Vatsas family rejected Babangidas justification, insisting the execution was politically motivated and unjust
Family Makes One Demand as Babangida Explains Why He Killed His Bossom Friend in 1986Source: TwitterI Confronted Vatsa, But He Denied It BabangidaWith our experience in government and the benefit of hindsight from previous rumors, I decided to confront the principal suspects. When the noise around the alleged coup became too loud, I asked Vatsa directly. Nasko also intervened, hoping to uncover the truth, but Vatsa denied everything. Meanwhile, military intelligence continued its covert investigation.I felt a deep personal sense of betrayal. But when the military tribunal concluded its review, he stated, it was clear that the coup planners had to be executed.It Was A Personal Loss, But Necessary BabangidaThey had planned a bloody coup that could have thrown the country into chaos. I had to choose between saving a friend and safeguarding the nations future, he said.The penalty was clear and unmistakable, he stated. As a human being, I was somewhat depressed to watch him die in such circumstances. But the nations stability and the cohesion of the armed forces had to come first.Vatsas Family Rejects Babangidas ExplanationMy stance has always been that he was killed unjustly. He never deserved to die.There was no valid reason for his execution, even though the military tribunal sentenced him to death. “He had the right to appeal, but before he could even file an appeal, they announced he had been killed an hour earlier. Why the rush to execute an innocent man?” Jonathan said.Calls for RestitutionOur family deserves justice. If Babangida truly regrets his actions, the government should take responsibility and acknowledge the wrong done to Vatsa, Jonathan asserted.
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