Defining Abacha: Nigeria's Most Corrupt Dictator

General Sani Abacha is ranked among the most corrupt leaders in modern history. During his nearly five years in power, it is estimated that he embezzled between $3 billion and $5 billion from Nigeria's treasury. These funds were stashed in foreign bank accounts across Europe and other parts of the world. The Nigerian government continues to recover some of the stolen wealth.

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TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Intro

02:10 A Reign of Terror

04:15 Why Abacha was so corrupt

11:02 The Abacha Loot

16:21 Abacha's Death and Aftermath

17:35 Abacha's Legacy Today

19:40 Next Episode