By ZAKAA LAZARUS
The Nigerian military says it’s set to court martial some of its officers for plotting to overthrow the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Recall, in October 2025, the Defence Headquarters had issued a press regarding the arrest of sixteen officers over acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations.
The Director, Defence Information Major General Sumaila Uba, who revealed this in a statement on Monday, noted that investigations into the matter have been concluded and the report forwarded to appropriate superior authority.
According to him, those with cases to answer will be formally arraigned before appropriate military judicial panel to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations.
“The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) wishes to inform the general public that investigations into the matter have been concluded and the report forwarded to appropriate superior authority in line with extant regulations.
“The comprehensive investigation process, conducted in accordance with established military procedures, has carefully examined all circumstances surrounding the conduct of the affected personnel. The findings have identified a number of the officers with allegations of plotting to overthrow the government which is inconsistent with the ethics, values and professional standards required of members of the AFN.
“Accordingly, those with cases to answer will be formally arraigned before appropriate military judicial panel to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations. This ensures accountability while upholding the principles of fairness and due process.
“The AFN reiterates that measures being taken are purely disciplinary and part of ongoing institutional mechanisms to preserve order, discipline and operational effectiveness within the ranks. The Armed Forces remain resolute in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, loyalty and respect for constitutional authority,” the statement reads in part.
