Over 40 Officers Now Detained As Military Uncovers Alleged Coup Plot

15 more military officers have been arrested over an alleged coup plot.
Investigations revealed money links to a former governor and ex-minister.
Over 40 officers are now detained as intelligence agencies expand the probe.

Fresh details have emerged indicating that 15 more military officers have been arrested in connection with the alleged coup plot against the Federal Government, bringing the total number of detained personnel to over 40.

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According to sources quoted by Vanguard, the latest arrests were made following confessional statements obtained from the initial 16 officers taken into custody earlier this month.

Investigators reportedly discovered during interrogation that the newly detained officers were assigned specific roles in what security operatives described as a “grand plot” to destabilize the government.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that security sources said intelligence agencies are now analysing intercepted communications among the suspects, suggesting that more arrests could follow as investigations widen.

It was further revealed that financial tracking by the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and other agencies traced a large sum of money linked to the alleged network behind the plot. The funds were reportedly traced to a former governor who also once served as a minister of state.

According to the report, the detained officers have been cooperating with investigators, providing insight into their recruitment process, funding channels, and planned operations.

Although the Defence Headquarters has not released an official statement regarding the new arrests, top military sources said the matter is being handled discreetly to avoid public panic and to protect ongoing intelligence operations.

The development comes three weeks after the Defence Headquarters confirmed that 16 officers had been arrested for “acts of indiscipline” and violations of service regulations. At that time, the Director of Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the officers’ grievances were related to career stagnation and internal service frustrations.

Security analysts believe the latest arrests show the military’s resolve to stamp out any form of disloyalty within its ranks and ensure stability within the nation’s armed forces.