During a recent Senate session, Senator Solomon Adeola voiced strong opposition to a motion aimed at immortalizing the late Professor Humphrey Nwosu, former Chairman of the National Electoral Commission (NEC). Senator Adeola attributed his younger brother's death to the actions and inactions of Professor Nwosu during the June 12, 1993, presidential election.
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Senator Adeola emphasized that while Professor Nwosu conducted the election, he failed to officially announce the results at a critical moment, which, according to Adeola, could have salvaged Nigeria's democracy. He argued that this failure led to widespread protests and unrest, during which his brother lost his life. Adeola stated, "As a result of the action or inaction of Humphrey Nwosu, I lost my immediate younger brother. He died right behind me for him refusing to do or carry out his duty as INEC chairman."
The motion to honor Professor Nwosu was introduced by Senators Enyinnaya Abaribe, Abba Moro, and other South East senators. However, it was defeated through a voice vote, leading to a walkout by the sponsoring senators in protest. Senator Adeola's opposition was based on his belief that Professor Nwosu's failure to announce the election results at a decisive moment contributed to the subsequent crisis and loss of lives.
This development underscores the enduring sensitivities surrounding the events of June 12, 1993, and the complexities involved in reconciling differing perspectives on Nigeria's democratic history.
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