Tinubu Vows Justice For Ken Saro-Wiwa And Other 1995 Executions, Promises National Reconciliation

Tinubu Vows Justice For Ken Saro-Wiwa And Other 1995 Executions, Promises National ReconciliationPresident Bola Tinubu has pledged to address the injustices suffered by Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogoni activists who were executed in 1995 under the military regime of General Sani Abacha. The activists, known as the “Ogoni Nine,” were controversially sentenced to death after a trial that many considered politically motivated. They were accused of complicity in the murder of four traditional rulers, although their real crime was their outspoken opposition to the environmental destruction caused by oil extraction in Ogoni land.
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In a statement issued on Monday by Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Tinubu reiterated his commitment to justice and reconciliation for communities that have endured historical wrongs. The nine executed activists include Saro-Wiwa, Saturday Dobee, Nordu Eawo, Daniel Gbooko, Paul Levera, Felix Nuate, Baribor Bera, Barinem Kiobel, and John Kpuine.

Ken Saro-Wiwa, a renowned writer and environmentalist, led the Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP), which called for an end to the environmental devastation caused by the oil industry in the Niger Delta. The activists’ execution sparked global outrage and led to Nigeria’s suspension from the Commonwealth.

Tinubu emphasized that his administration is committed to national healing and fostering dialogue among Nigeria’s diverse ethnic groups. He stressed that addressing past injustices is key to achieving true national unity.

“We honour their memory by acknowledging the sacrifices they made and committing ourselves to a future of peace, justice, and sustainable development for all, especially the communities in the Niger Delta,” Tinubu stated. “As we remember the Ogoni martyrs, we must resolve to build a future where such injustices are not repeated, and where the voices of all Nigerians are heard and respected.”

On Sunday, MOSOP called on the federal government to formally exonerate Saro-Wiwa and the other activists, arguing that such a step would bring much-needed healing to the hearts of their supporters and the Ogoni people.

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