Journalist Onanuga Looks Back on Reporting that Helped Take Down Nigeria's Military Dictators
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Onanuga revealed how his efforts as a journalist helped end the military dictatorships of Babangida and Abacha.
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He began questioning the ills of society and military rule as an editor at African Concord magazine.
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Onanuga had to flee Nigeria during Abacha's regime but returned after his death to continue pushing for democracy.
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He quit African Concord after disagreeing with Abiola over not criticizing Babangida's failures as a leader.
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Onanuga recalled being seen as a gentleman by arresting officers despite his hard-hitting writing.