Nigerian Military Probes 20 Officers Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu

The Nigerian military has initiated an investigation into 20 officers suspected of plotting a coup against prominent political figure Tinubu. Reports suggest that 16 military officials, including a brigadier general and a colonel, were arrested after intelligence indicated a clandestine meeting to discuss the coup.

The leak of the plot led to panic within government circles, prompting swift action. The detained officers are being held at an undisclosed military installation in Abuja.

The investigation panel comprises representatives from various military branches and security services.