• Nigerian Armed Forces confirms investigation into alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu
• Major-General Samaila Uba outlines findings of military personnel involved in the coup plot
• Uba said the affected officers face trial under the Armed Forces Act for professional misconduct

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FCT, Abuja – 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.

“The comprehensive investigation process, conducted in accordance with established military procedures, has carefully examined all circumstances surrounding the conduct of the affected personnel.

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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.”

Source: Legit.ng