Documentary on Abiola's Life to Premiere on October 1

A documentary chronicling the life of Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola and the historic June 12, 1993 presidential election is set to premiere nationally on October 1 at the National Theatre in Lagos, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Chief Host. This premiere coincides with Nigeria's Independence Day and marks 33 years since the annulment of the election by the military government, which led to a pro-democracy struggle.

Directed by Ose Oyamendan, the documentary explores Abiola’s political journey, the election's annulment, the ensuing resistance, and the circumstances of his death in detention in 1998. It features insights from notable figures, including former military leaders, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka.

Following its international premiere at the Sheffield International Documentary Festival on June 12, the film will be distributed in Nigeria by Nile Entertainment, targeting a broader audience, especially younger Nigerians unfamiliar with the June 12 struggle.