Nigeria’s Top Military and Police Officers Accused in October 2025 Coup Plot. Lagos, Nigeria — Wednesday, 2026-04-22 In a dramatic turn of events, Nigeria’s Federal High Court in Abuja has formally charged six high-profile figures, including a retired Major General, in an alleged coup plot that was said to target the nation’s leadership and destabilize its political landscape.
The plot, which authorities have claimed was set for October 2025, has sent shockwaves through the Nigerian military and political circles.
The accused individuals, including the retired Major General and a serving police inspector, are among the 16 military officers who were initially apprehended and described by the army as facing “discipline issues.”This narrative, however, shifted as President Bola Tinubu conducted a major reshuffle of the military high command, responding to the security challenge.
The charges against the suspects, which include treason and terrorism, are among the most serious faced by military personnel since Tinubu’s ascent to the presidency in 2023. They are alleged to have been part of a conspiracy led by Colonel Mohammed Alhassan Ma’aji, who has been identified as the mastermind behind the plot.
The intended attack was to seize control of Aso Rock, the presidential villa, and to capture or eliminate President Bola Tinubu, his deputy, Kashim Shettima, and other key political figures.
The Senate president and the speaker of the House of Representatives were also among the targets.
As the case unfolds, the Nigerian government emphasizes the seriousness of the threat to national security and the commitment to upholding the rule of law.
The Attorney — General and Justice Minister Lateef Fagbemi filed the case on Monday, signaling the government’s determination to address internal security concerns.
The unfolding situation underscores the challenges facing Nigeria in maintaining stability and democratic governance amidst internal military tensions and a broader surge of military takeovers and attempted coups across West and Central Africa. Closing.
The case is being closely monitored both domestically and internationally, as it represents a pivotal moment in Nigeria’s recent political history.
The success of the legal process and its outcomes will likely have significant implications for the country’s security landscape and its democratic future.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 2*
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