The June 12 before June 12: A trajectory of the Nigerian struggle, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf (opens original article in a new tab)

The article traces Nigeria's struggle against military rule from the 1978 'Ali-Must-Go' protest to the June 12 election annulment, highlighting the role of student movements and their impact on political development.

• The 'Ali-Must-Go' protest of 1978 laid the foundation for confronting military rule in Nigeria.
• NANS and other student movements from 1981 to 1993 contributed to demystifying the military and developing opposition to military despots.
• The June 12 struggles were part of a broader trajectory against military rule, with student leaders playing a key role.