Nigerian govt finally unveils identities of alleged coup plotters, files treason charges [FULL LIST]

Nigerian Government Unveils Alleged Coup Plotters Ahead of Court Proceedings

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed the names of individuals allegedly involved in a conspiracy to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The suspects include Chief Timipre Sylva, a former governor of Bayelsa State, who is currently reported to be at large. The details were outlined in a 13-count charge filed at the Federal High Court in Abuja, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/206/2026.

Among the accused are Major General Mohammed Ibrahim Gana, Captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor, Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, Zekeri Umoru, Bukar Kashim Goni, and Abdulkadir Sani. The defendants are charged with plotting to wage war against the Federal Republic of Nigeria, an act that contravenes Section 37(2) of the Criminal Code.

The arraignment is scheduled for April 22 before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik. The Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation filed the charges, signed by the Director of Public Prosecutions, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN.

The government has leveled serious accusations against the defendants, including treason, terrorism, failure to report security intelligence, and money laundering connected to terrorism financing. According to the prosecution, the accused conspired to bring down the government and failed to alert authorities about a planned treasonous act involving Colonel Mohammed Alhassan Ma’aji.

In addition to treason charges, the defendants face allegations under the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022. The charges against them include:

1. Count 1: Conspiracy to levy war against the state.
2. Count 2: Failure to notify authorities of treasonable intentions.
3. Count 3: Negligence in preventing the planned act of treason.
4. Count 4: Conspiracy to commit an act of terrorism.
5. Further counts: Involving participation in terrorism-related meetings, rendering support for acts of terrorism, and failing to disclose pertinent information to authorities.

Additionally, specific individuals among the defendants face charges related to money laundering and financial transactions believed to be tied to unlawful activities.

The unfolding legal proceedings will mark a significant step in addressing these serious allegations as the government seeks to uphold national security and the rule of law.

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