Nigerian Military Court Martial for Alleged Coup Plotters

The Nigerian military has initiated a court martial for 36 personnel accused of participating in an alleged coup plot aimed at overthrowing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration. The court martial was inaugurated at the Scorpion Mess in Asokoro, Abuja, under heavy security due to the high-profile nature of the proceedings.

The session is being held behind closed doors, with journalists denied access despite prior accreditation. The 36 defendants, whose ranks range from Brigadier General to Lance Corporal, are facing multiple charges, including conspiracy, treason, and failure to disclose security intelligence.

The specific charges have not been disclosed, but the military has indicated that the accused were arrested for acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations. The court martial follows a directive from the federal government issued on April 22, 2026, and is part of ongoing efforts to uphold military discipline and constitutional order.