Moshood Abiola was a prominent Nigerian businessman and politician, born on August 24, 1937. He is best known for winning the June 12, 1993 presidential election in Nigeria, which was widely regarded as the country's freest and fairest election. However, the election results were annulled by the military government, leading to widespread protests and political unrest. Abiola was also a strong advocate for democracy and human rights in Nigeria. He was imprisoned for his activism after the annulment of the election, and he became a symbol of the struggle for democracy in the country. His legacy continues to influence Nigerian politics and civil rights movements today.