The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has announced the conclusion of investigations into the arrest of 16 military officers accused of acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations, with some of the affected personnel now facing trial before military judicial panels.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the probe, which began following the arrest of the officers in October 2025, has been completed and the investigation report forwarded to the appropriate superior authority in line with existing military regulations.
“It would be recalled that the Defence Headquarters issued a press statement in October 2025 regarding the arrest of sixteen officers over acts of indiscipline and breaches of service regulations,” Uba said. “The Armed Forces of Nigeria wishes to inform the general public that investigations into the matter have been concluded and the report forwarded to the appropriate superior authority in line with extant regulations.”
According to the DHQ, the investigation was conducted in line with established military procedures and involved a comprehensive examination of all circumstances surrounding the conduct of the officers involved.
Major General Uba disclosed that findings from the probe identified several officers as being linked to allegations of plotting to overthrow the government, an act he described as inconsistent with the ethics, values and professional standards expected of members of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN).
“The findings have identified several officers with allegations of plotting to overthrow the government, which is inconsistent with the ethics, values and professional standards required of members of the AFN,” he stated.
He added that officers found to have cases to answer would be formally arraigned before appropriate military judicial panels to face trial in accordance with the Armed Forces Act and other applicable service regulations.
“This ensures accountability while upholding the principles of fairness and due process,” the DHQ spokesperson said.
The Defence Headquarters stressed that the actions being taken are strictly disciplinary and form part of internal institutional mechanisms aimed at preserving order, discipline and operational effectiveness within the military.
“The Armed Forces remain resolute in maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, loyalty and respect for constitutional authority,” Uba added.
The October 2025 arrests had generated widespread public interest and speculation, prompting assurances from the military that due process would be followed in handling the matter.
