1993 in Nigeria
| Years in Nigeria: | 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 |
| Centuries: | 19th century · 20th century · 21st century |
| Decades: | 1960s 1970s 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s 2020s |
| Years: | 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 |
This article is about the particular significance of the year 1993 to Nigeria and its people. See also: Timeline of Nigerian history.
Incumbents
- President:
- until 26 August: Ibrahim Babangida
- 26 August-17 November: Ernest Shonekan
- starting 17 November: Sani Abacha
- Vice President: Augustus Aikhomu (until 27 August), Oladipo Diya (starting 27 August)
Events
June
- June 12, 1993 — MKO Abiola wins the Presidential election; President Ibrahim Babangida annuls the election.
August
- August 26, 1993 — President Ibrahim Babangida steps down due to pressure from the Armed Forces Ruling Council. Ernest Shonekan assumes the reins of power as the Interim Head of State.
November
- November 17, 1993 — Ernest Shonekan is forced to resign from office. Defence Minister, Sani Abacha becomes Head of State, and establishes the Provisional Ruling Council of Nigeria.
References
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