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Nigeria's alleged Independence Day coup plot: Six civilians indicted in elaborate plan to overthrow President Tinubu
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Nigeria's alleged Independence Day coup plot: Six civilians indicted in elaborate plan to overthrow President Tinubu

Six civilians have been indicted in Nigeria over an alleged coup plot targeting President Bola Tinubu, planned for Independence Day (1 October 2025). Court documents name Colonel Mohammed Ma'aji as the alleged chief strategist, with Timipre Sylva (67) named as key financier in seven of 13 charges. The plan allegedly involved storming Aso Rock presidential villa, detaining the president and assassinating top officials. Sixteen military officers face separate court-martial proceedings. The plot was uncovered just hours before the cancelled Independence Day parade.

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