The execution of Ken Saro Wiwa on November 10, 1995, remains one of the darkest moments in Nigeria's history. The renowned writer and environmental activist was a thorn in the flesh of the Nigerian government, particularly the military regime led by General Sani Abacha. His campaign against the exploitation and degradation of the Ogoni people's…

At about 12.30am on April 22, 1990, a group of soldiers met at a civilian warehouse in Ikorodu area of Lagos for a final briefing. Thereafter, they fanned out into different directions using civilian Peugeot J5 buses. The first group of soldiers had the task to secure weapons. This they accomplished by first taking control…