Families Protest for Detained Officers' Rights in Abuja

Families of detained officers protested at the Federal Ministry of Justice in Abuja, demanding transparency and access to their relatives who have been held for 160 days without trial. The protest was organized to address grievances regarding the secret trial of the officers, who are implicated in an alleged coup plot against the presidency.

The families expressed severe emotional and psychological distress due to the situation and reiterated their demands for either the immediate release of the officers or their arraignment in a transparent court process. This protest follows earlier demonstrations and comes amid ongoing legal proceedings against several suspects, including retired military officers and civilians, facing charges such as treason, terrorism, and money laundering.

The Department of State Services (DSS) reportedly restricted journalists from covering the proceedings in court, which has drawn controversy. The families are advocating for their loved ones' rights and legal representation in the ongoing legal battles.