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<p>During the weekend, the Defence Headquarters disclosed that 16 officers were arrested for certain unprofessional conduct. Those officers, Nigerian Tracker learnt were being investigated over an alleged plan to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration.</p>
<p>Some of the detainees, including a Brigadier-General, a Colonel and others below that rank were reported to be officers attached to the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).</p>
<p>Further investigation revealed that a former governor from one of the southern states is said to be under investigation for his alleged connection to the 16 army officers detained over an alleged coup plot.</p><div class="zKWK4LsQ" style="clear:both;float:left;width:100%;margin:0 0 20px 0;"><script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js"></script>

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<p>Sources who spoke to Daily Trust, hinted that there was suspicion that the former governor financed the alleged plot, which was reported to have been scheduled for October 25.</p>
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<p>&#8220;One of our sources disclosed that the report of the planned coup attempt was true,&#8221; Daily Trust statement reads.</p>
<p>“Yes, that is true. There are civilian accomplices, including a former governor, but the extent of their involvement is being investigated. For now, there are 16 officers involved and in custody,” the source stated.</p>
<p>The source also added that the “former civilian governor being investigated over the matter is also a former operative in the oil and gas sector, but his involvement has not been confirmed.”</p>
<p>Nevertheless, investigators are still trying to establish the nature of the former governor’s recent interactions with the detained officers.</p>
<p>One of the sources interacted with by the Daily Trust said the former governor might be invited for interrogation should credible links between him and the detained officers be established.</p>
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<p>It has been reported that the investigation is being coordinated by the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA), with representation from the three services of the Armed Forces.</p>
<p>However, the Defence Headquarters refused to come out plain as regard the officers detained.</p>
<p>&#8220;The DHQ wishes to reassure Nigerians that the ongoing investigation involving the sixteen officers is a routine internal process aimed at ensuring discipline and professionalism is maintained within the ranks. An investigative panel has been duly constituted, and its findings would be made public.</p>
<p>“The DHQ calls on all peace loving citizens to continue to provide necessary support to the security agents. The FG, the legislature and the judiciary are working closely for the safety, development and wellbeing of the nation. Democracy is forever,&#8221; parts of the statement read.</p>
<p>Nigerian Tracker News recalled that on October 4, 2025, the military high command issued a statement titled “update/press statement on the breach of security in the country: Sixteen officers to face military justice for indiscipline, breach of service regulations”.</p>
<p>The statement, signed by Brigadier General Gusau, opened the floodgate for the stories on the alleged coup plot.</p>
<p>“Armed Forces of Nigeria wishes to inform the public that a routine military exercise has resulted in the arrest of sixteen officers over issues of indiscipline and breach of service regulations. Investigations have revealed that their grievances stemmed largely from perceived career stagnation caused by repeated failure in promotion examinations, among other issues,&#8221; it said.</p>
<p>But a credible source told Daily Trust that the statement was carefully crafted after wide consultations with stakeholders.</p>
<p>“Based on the advice by the Attorney General of the federation, the whole thing was toned down so that it doesn’t create apprehension for the citizens, investors and the international community.</p>
<p>“It was doctored to appear routine. However, investigation and prosecution must still take place. The COAS (chief of army staff) went to see Mr President in Lagos yesterday (October 3) and returned. He showed him (Tinubu) the preliminary report and the press release before he authorized it,” the source said.</p>
<p>Daily Trust sources also stated that the Brigadier-General being referred to is from Nasarawa State.</p>
<p>“The Colonel from Nasarawa State that is being investigated is also from a very influential family. His father is a traditional ruler in Nasarawa State and a brother of former Governor Umaru Tanko Al-Makura,” the source added.</p>
<p>Development of the case resulted to more officers being picked for questioning over their remote or direct connection with the alleged coup plan.</p>
<p>&#8220;Aside from the former governor, there are other influential politicians from both north and southern parts of the country that are being watched,” said another source.</p>
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