The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) has finally admitted that there was an alleged coup plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from office.
The military said investigations into the matter have been concluded and the report forwarded to the appropriate superior authority.
As reported by Daily Trust, the Director, Defence Information, Samaila Uba, a Major-General, made this known in a statement issued on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Uba said the comprehensive investigation process has carefully examined all circumstances surrounding the conduct of the affected personnel.
He explained that the investigation was conducted in accordance with established military procedures.
The findings have identified a number of 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 an appropriate military judicial panel to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations.”
According to Uba, the military made this development public to ensure accountability while upholding the principles of fairness and due process.
Channels Television reported that the military said the measures are purely disciplinary to preserve order, discipline, and operational effectiveness within the ranks.
“It would be recalled that the Defence Headquarters issued a press statement in October 2025 regarding the arrest of sixteen officers over acts of indiscipline and breaches of 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 the appropriate superior authority in line with extant regulations
