Nigeria's Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has revealed that he was among those targeted by officers plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government.
In a statement reported on February 1, 2026, Nigeria's Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), disclosed that he was among those targeted by military officers who plotted to topple the government of President Bola Tinubu. The revelation came in an interview or address covered by Daily Trust, highlighting the ongoing threats to national stability.
Details about the timing of the plot's discovery or the specific motivations remain undisclosed in available reports. No names of the implicated officers or outcomes of any investigations were provided. This disclosure underscores the security challenges facing the current administration in Nigeria.
As the Defence Minister, Musa's account emphasizes the personal risks involved, stating directly that he was to be shot as part of the coup attempt. The incident adds to concerns over political stability in the country.
