This article is about the particular significance of the year 1993 to Nigeria and its people. Incumbents Federal government Head of State: Until 26 August: Ibrahim Babangida 26 August–17 November: Ernest Shonekan Starting 17 November: Sani Abacha Chief of General Staff: Until 26 August: Augustus Aikhomu 26 August–17 November: vacant Starting 17 November: Oladipo Diya Chief of Defence Staff: Sani Abacha (Until 17 November); Oladipo Diya (Starting 17 November) Chief Justice: Mohammed Bello Governors Adamawa State: Akwa Ibom State: Anambra State: Bendel State: Benue State: Borno State: Cross River State: Delta State: Edo State: Gongola State: Imo State: Jigawa State: Kaduna State: Kano State: Katsina State: Kebbi State: Kogi State: Kwara State: Lagos State: Niger State: Ogun State: Osun State: Oyo State: Taraba State: Yobe State: Events June 12, 1993 — MKO Abiola wins the Presidential election; President Ibrahim Babangida annuls the election. August 26, 1993 — President Ibrahim Babangida steps down due to pressure from the Armed Forces Ruling Council. Ernest Shonekan assumes the reins of power as the Interim Head of State. November 17, 1993 — Ernest Shonekan is forced to resign from office. Defence Minister, Sani Abacha becomes Head of State, and establishes the Provisional Ruling Council of Nigeria. Births January 1 – Michael Olaitan, footballer May 1 – Ifeoma Nwoye, wrestler December 10 - Odunayo Adekuoroye, wrestler References Years of the 20th century in Nigeria Nigeria