The shocking details of the Colonel behind the plot to oust President Tinubu.
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In the world of Nigerian politics and security, we have seen many stories, but the latest gist concerning the alleged attempt to topple the government of President Bola Tinubu is something that should make every citizen sit up and pay attention.
For a while now, there has been plenty of talk in the air about some “disgruntled elements” within the military, but now the truth is finally coming out in black and white. According to the interim report from the military authorities, a clandestine network was actually being coordinated by an Army Colonel who felt life had dealt him a bad hand.
As a professional editor who has followed these developments closely, I find it quite deep that the very people sworn to protect the nation were allegedly plotting to set it on fire. This investigation is not just a routine military matter; it is a wake up call about the stability of our democratic journey.
How a disgruntled officer allegedly turned into a coup coordinator
The “koko” of the matter, according to the investigation, is that this Army Colonel (identified as Col M.A. Ma’aji in the suspect list) was deeply bitter because he failed his promotion examinations twice. It is a very sad situation when personal career stagnation turns into a national security threat.
The report explains that he used his grievances to recruit other like-minded officers from the Army, Navy, and Air Force, convincing them that it was time to “change government” by force. This shows that the motive was not just about national interest but was fueled by personal anger.
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He allegedly became the primary source of funding and motivation for the group, using his position to mobilize junior and senior colleagues into a structured conspiracy that aimed to wipe out the current leadership of the country.
Inside the secret surveillance of the Presidential Villa and key assets
One of the most frightening parts of this story is how far the plotters had gone in their operational planning. They did not just sit in one room and talk; they actually started surveying critical national installations. We are talking about the Presidential Villa, major barracks like the Niger Barracks in Abuja, and even international airports in Lagos and Abuja.
The investigation revealed that they even went as far as infiltrating construction giant Julius Berger to get sensitive security information about the Villa. Their plan was not just to take over power but to eliminate key figures including the President, Vice President Kashim Shettima, and several ministers. It is a very heavy matter to think that such a “bloody” operation was being cooked right under the nose of the security agencies before intelligence finally caught up with them.
Money charms and encrypted messages that exposed the clandestine network.
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When the security agents finally moved in, what they found was like something out of a movie. A search of the Colonel’s vehicle allegedly uncovered various charms and anti-government write-ups. Even more incriminating were the “very sensitive documents” found at his residence in Lokogoma, Abuja, which contained the specific roles assigned to each of the principal actors.
They were using encrypted communication platforms like WhatsApp and Zangi to stay under the radar while distributing logistics funds ranging from N2m to N5m to keep the fire burning. However, the “wahala” for them started when one of the suspects, a Lieutenant Colonel, decided to cooperate fully with investigators, spilling the beans on their methods and their financiers. It goes to show that there is no perfect crime, especially when you are plotting against the state.
What happens next as the military prepares for court martial
Now that the investigation has reached this stage, the Defence Headquarters has made it clear that there will be no “paddy paddy” arrangement. The indicted officers, numbering about sixteen and including a Brigadier General, are now set to face an appropriate military judicial panel. Major General Samaila Uba has confirmed that the report is already with the superior authorities for the next line of action.
As we wait for the court martial to begin, it is important for every Nigerian to support our institutions while remaining vigilant. We do not need this kind of “back and forth” in our history again. The goal now is to ensure that justice is served and that the military remains a professional body focused on defending the constitution rather than chasing shadows in the middle of the night.
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