The June 12 election in Nigeria was annulled by the regime of
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Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The June 12, 1993 presidential election in Nigeria was annulled by the regime of General Ibrahim Babangida. The election, which was widely considered to be the freest and fairest in Nigeria's history, was won by Chief Moshood Abiola of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). However, before the results could be formally announced, the Babangida military government annulled the election, citing irregularities. The annulment led to widespread protests and political instability, and it is considered a major setback in Nigeria's democratic development.
The June 12, 1993 presidential election in Nigeria was annulled by the regime of General Ibrahim Babangida. The election, which was widely considered to be the freest and fairest in Nigeria's history, was won by Chief Moshood Abiola of the Social Democratic Party (SDP). However, before the results could be formally announced, the Babangida military government annulled the election, citing irregularities. The annulment led to widespread protests and political instability, and it is considered a major setback in Nigeria's democratic development.