Nigeria was near collapse, says colonel accused of coup plot against Tinubu

Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, accused in a coup plot against Tinubu, claims his actions were patriotic, citing Nigeria’s near collapse due to economic hardship

ABUJA — A Nigerian Army Colonel, Mohammed Ma’aji, accused of involvement in an alleged plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu, has said his actions were driven by patriotism and frustration over what he described as worsening conditions in the country. Ma’aji, in a statement made available on Monday,

[Premium Times] PREMIUM TIMES reveals for the first time the full account of the alleged architect of the 2025 failed coup, Mr Ma'aji, a Nigerian Army colonel.

PREMIUM TIMES reveals for the first time the full account of the alleged architect of the 2025 failed coup, Mr Ma’aji, a Nigerian Army colonel.