Former Nigerian Head of State, Abdulsalami Abubakar, has publicly questioned the circumstances surrounding the death of Sani Abacha in 1998. In a newly released autobiography, Abubakar describes the situation as “fishy,” reviving long-held suspicions about the former dictator’s demise. Abacha died suddenly while in office, and the official cause of death was reported as a heart attack. Abubakar’s comments suggest he believes more than meets the eye regarding Abacha’s death. The revelations are expected to reignite debate and scrutiny of the events leading up to Abacha’s passing. Further details are available in a report published by Punch NG. This disclosure adds a new layer of complexity to a historical event that has been subject to speculation for decades.