The Nigerian Army has refuted claims from Sahara Reporters alleging that the Presidential Guards Brigade was placed on high alert due to suspicions of a coup plot. Last week, Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa warned against advocating for a coup amid Nigeria's economic challenges.
The reported alert prompted emergency meetings involving the Presidential Guards Brigade Commander, Col. Adebisi Onasanya, President Bola Tinubu, and Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila. Tensions have risen in Nigeria due to economic hardship, inflation, and the removal of the fuel subsidy.
While protests and a planned nationwide strike by the Nigeria Labour Congress address these issues, the government warns against contempt of court. Femi Falana, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, contends that the planned protest is not contemptuous.
The article also explores the historical context of coups in Africa, citing recent instances and conditions that may contribute to such occurrences. Despite Africa experiencing a significant number of coups, Nigeria has maintained stability through democratic elections since 1999.
