Military Investigation Uncovers Colonel as Architect of Coup Plot Against Tinubu Administration
An interim investigation report has revealed shocking details about an Army Colonel who allegedly masterminded a coup plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's government. The comprehensive probe uncovered a clandestine network of military officers coordinated by this senior officer, with operational planning that had progressed to surveillance of critical national assets.
Detailed Operational Planning and Network Coordination
The investigation traced funding, recruitment, and operational planning directly to the Army Colonel, whose identity remains withheld for security reasons. According to the interim report, this officer mobilized like-minded personnel across multiple branches of the armed forces, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
The coordinated effort involved detailed surveillance assignments targeting:
- The Presidential Villa and its security infrastructure
- Major military barracks including Niger Barracks in Abuja
- International airports in Abuja and Lagos
- The Armed Forces Complex and other strategic installations
Investigators confirmed that the plot had moved beyond casual dissent into early operational stages, with covert surveillance already conducted on these critical national assets.
Motivation and Recruitment Tactics
The report indicates that the Colonel, who reportedly failed promotion examinations twice, harnessed personal grievances to recruit other officers. Multiple testimonies describe him openly lamenting his career stagnation and expressing the need to "change government" through forceful means.
Investigators noted that the Colonel provided both financial inducements and ideological justification to participants in the conspiracy. Searches of his vehicle and residence yielded compelling evidence, including various charms, anti-government writings, and sensitive documents outlining responsibilities assigned to principal actors in the plot.
Targeted Figures and Broader Implications
The investigation revealed that the conspiracy specifically targeted high-ranking government officials, including:
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
- The Vice President of Nigeria
- Key ministers in the federal cabinet
- Other national dignitaries earmarked for specific handling by principal actors
Major General Samaila Uba has confirmed findings of serious misconduct within military ranks and indicated that the indicted officers will face military court-martial proceedings as investigations conclude. This development follows earlier reports that sixteen military officers were implicated in the alleged coup plot against President Tinubu.
Military Response and Public Accountability
The Nigerian military has officially acknowledged the coup attempt against Tinubu's administration, marking a significant transparency move. The probe panel has submitted its detailed report, revealing comprehensive information about arrested officers and their potential charges.
Public demand for transparency and accountability continues to grow, with citizens calling for thorough investigation of both military personnel and any potential civilian collaborators involved in the conspiracy. The case represents one of the most significant security challenges to Nigeria's democratic stability in recent years.
