Nigeria has formally charged six individuals, including a retired major general and a serving police inspector, with treason and terrorism for allegedly plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The arrests relate to an alleged coup plot uncovered in October 2025, with all suspects currently held in custody, according to France 24 and The Independent.
The charge sheet, reviewed by The Associated Press, details accusations of planning to destabilize the government, emphasizing ongoing political and security tensions within the country. Prosecutors brought the case forward after initially denying it, reflecting sensitivity around the incident, as reported by RFI English.
The military announced the detention of 16 officers on discipline-related grounds in connection to the broader security concerns surrounding the coup allegations. In response, President Tinubu carried out a significant reshuffle of the military high command to tighten control and address vulnerabilities, according to RFI English.
The case places a spotlight on Nigeria’s fragile political environment and persistent national security challenges. Observers will be watching closely for upcoming court proceedings, any further arrests, and the government's strategies to maintain stability amid potential unrest.
serving police inspector
retired major general
Tinubu
Nigeria
