Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale MKO Abiola was a wealthy man. He was richer than a country. He was influential and powerful. Abiola controlled virtually everything in his lifetime, from business, communications, and religion to politics, international affairs, and even sports.
He was even elected President in what was considered the freest election in Nigeria but never ruled.
Usman Umar sums up his life and times in this feature.