Coup Plot Foiled, Military Officers Arrested

In October 2025, Nigerian security agencies arrested at least 16 military officers for allegedly plotting to overthrow President Bola Tinubu’s government. The October 1 Independence Day military parade in Abuja was cancelled as a precautionary measure.

The alleged coup plot came amid growing public discontent over economic hardship, insecurity, and the controversial Rivers State emergency declaration. Details of the plot remained largely classified, with the military issuing only a brief statement confirming the arrests.