Tag: Coup Plot
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Secrecy Clouds Military Trial of 36 Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot
The Nigerian military, through the Defence Headquarters, has initiated a high-stakes judicial process against 36 serving officers accused of plotting to overthrow the government, signaling a renewed emphasis on discipline within the armed forces while raising concerns about transparency. On 24 April 2026, authorities formally inaugurated a General Court Martial in Abuja to prosecute the…
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Nigerian Military Sets Up Court Martial for Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu
By George Omagbemi Sylvester The Nigerian military has set up a court martial panel to try a number of officers accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government. The development was reported on April 22, 2026, amid ongoing investigations into claims of a planned coup involving serving and retired…
