Nigerian Military Plans Secret Hearings for Coup Accused

The Nigerian military is reportedly planning to conduct secret hearings for military officers accused of plotting to overthrow the government of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Sources indicate that these proposed hearings will prevent the accused from choosing their own legal representation and will bar family members from attending the proceedings.

This situation has escalated beyond mere delays in the judicial process, raising serious concerns about the fairness of the judicial account. The developments come amid growing public concern over the continued detention of several military officers accused of the coup plot, with investigations ongoing but no open trial commenced as of October 2023.

Earlier in the month, the wives of the detained officers staged a peaceful protest at the National Assembly complex in Abuja, demanding either the immediate release of their husbands or a transparent judicial process.