@nigerians.observe: Despite widespread public perception that Generals Ibrahim Babangida and Sani Abacha were political rivals at one point, reports suggest they shared a much closer relationship than many Nigerians realized. Behind the scenes, they were said to have maintained a strong friendship and even discussed the rumours that portrayed them as adversaries. One notable account claims that some visitors reportedly sought General Abacha’s permission before meeting General Babangida, fearing that being seen with one would automatically make them an enemy of the other. According to the account, the two leaders were aware of these perceptions and often spoke about them privately.