Alleged Coup Plot: Tinubu Implicated in Funding, Sylva's Brother Arrested
The investigation into an alleged coup plot in Nigeria has implicated Timipre Sylva, a former Bayelsa governor and chieftain of the Progress Congress party, in funding the conspiracy. Sylva's brother was arrested, and 16 military officials are detained, with allegations of attempting to overthrow the government.
The Defence Intelligence Agency confirmed the arrests, describing them as routine disciplinary actions. The plot reportedly involved officials from various ranks, including captains and brigadier generals, as per SaharaReport.
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