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Senator Kalu Calls For Recognition Of late MKO Abiola as Past President
By Babatunde Aremu
Senator representing Abia North senatorial district, Senator Orji Uzor kalu has urged the federal Government to recognise late business mogul, MKO Abiola as a past President of Nigeria.
This is following the admittance of former military president, ibrahim Babangida at the launch of his autobiography ‘ a journey in service ‘ that the late MKO Abiola won the June 12, 1993 , presidential Election.
The chairman senate committee on Privatization and North East senatorial district in his words said:
“Congratulations to former President Ibrahim Babaginda on the launch of his book which among other things provided the platform for an open declaration, validity and sanctity of the June 12, 1993 Presidential elections won by Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola (MKO). We still await the Part 2 of this book where more truths will be revealed.
My vivid recollection of the mindset and motivation of MKO is all about humanity. Therefore a major requirement for a classical hero is not only immortalization but by recognition which should include proper position in the hall of Fame.
Thankfully this recognition started with former President Buhari when the June 12 was recognized by an Act of the Parliament’ in the 8th NASS and signed into law by former President Muhammed Buhari recognising June 12 as democracy day. And later the conferment of the highest title GCFR on MKO Abiola.
I am now appealing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to crown existent honour with MKO Abiola’s portrait in the line up of past Presidents and current. I believe it’s the right thing to do for redemption, justice and fairness. May Nigeria know peace, experience prosperity, healing, and lasting unity.”
It would be recalled that the late chief MKO Abiola died in detention July 7, 1998 after making an attempt to exert himself as the winner of the June 12, 1993 presidential election.