The military high command in Nigeria has acknowledged that some officers plotted to unseat President Bola Tinubu. Reports from October last year detailed arrests of officers from captain to brigadier-general rank by the Defence Intelligence Agency.
Nigeria's military leadership has confirmed a plot by some of its officers to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government. This admission comes after reports emerged in October 2023 about the arrests of personnel ranging from captains to brigadier-generals. These individuals were detained by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) on suspicions of attempting a coup. The Defence Headquarters has been involved in addressing the matter, though details on the plot's specifics remain limited in public disclosures. This development underscores ongoing vigilance within the armed forces to prevent internal threats to democratic governance.
