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President Tinubu Honours Ogoni Nine, promises to address ‘Historical Grievances 

President Bola Tinubu has taken a significant step in acknowledging Nigeria’s 

tumultuous history by honouring Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Ogoni activists, 

known as the Ogoni Nine, who were executed in 1995.  

In a bid to address longstanding grievances, Tinubu’s administration aims to heal 

deep-seated wounds and foster unity in the nation. 

The Ogoni Nine, comprising Ken Saro-Wiwa, Saturday Dobee, Nordu Eawo, 

Daniel Gbooko, Paul Levera, Felix Nuate, Baribor Bera, Barinem Kiobel, and John 

Kpuine, were environmental and human rights activists from the Ogoni region in 

the Niger Delta. These men were vocal in their opposition to environmental 

degradation and the neglect of their region due to oil extraction operations by 

multinational corporations, primarily Shell. 

Their activism, led by Saro-Wiwa under the banner of the Movement for the 

Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP), brought significant international attention 

to the environmental and human rights issues in the Niger Delta. However, their 

outspoken criticism came at a high price. In 1995, under the military regime of 

General Sani Abacha, they were arrested, accused of complicity in the murder of 

four Ogoni chiefs, and subsequently tried in a military tribunal widely condemned 

for lacking fairness and due process. Their execution by hanging drew widespread 

international outrage and led to Nigeria’s suspension from the Commonwealth of 

Nations. 

In a statement released on Monday by Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, 

President Tinubu underscored his administration’s dedication to righting the 

wrongs of the past and fostering an inclusive approach to governance. “The 

President reaffirmed that his administration will actively address historical 

grievances and work towards building a united and prosperous nation for future 

generations. This vision will be realised through constructive engagement and 

mutual respect,” the statement said. 

Tinubu acknowledged the profound sacrifices made by Saro-Wiwa and his fellow 

activists, highlighting that their memory serves as a reminder of the cost of 

advocating for justice and environmental sustainability. “We honour their memory 

by recognising the sacrifices made and pledging to strive for a future characterised 

by peace, justice, and sustainable development for all communities, particularly 

those in the Niger Delta,” President Tinubu added. 

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