The Digest:
The Federal Government has filed a 13-count treason charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against alleged plotters of a coup against President Bola Tinubu. Among the suspects are a retired Major-General, a retired naval captain, a serving police inspector, and three others. Security agencies had concluded investigations into the alleged plot, with 40 suspects reportedly identified. Sixteen military officers were arrested for direct participation, along with civilians and others linked to funding channels.
Key Points:
- The alleged plot aimed to violently overthrow President Tinubu's administration.
- A retired Major-General and naval captain are among those charged.
- Two civilians were arrested for reconnaissance activities.
- Others were recruited to incite civil disobedience to justify the coup.
- Five suspects were linked to funding channels for the plot.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria, Vanguard
