Aishat Mohammed, the leader representing wives of Nigerian military officers detained over an alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu, has made an impassioned plea for justice and due process.
Speaking in a protest captured by Trust TV, Mohammed urged authorities to either prosecute the suspects with concrete evidence or release them immediately.
The demonstration involved several wives and family members of the detained officers, supported by human rights activists including Omoyele Sowore and Deji Adeyanju.
The group carried placards and voiced concerns over the prolonged detention, exceeding 160 days, without formal charges in an open court or access to family visits and legal counsel.
Mohammed emphasized that the families seek no favoritism, only transparency and adherence to constitutional rights.
The women highlighted the emotional and financial toll on households, including uncertainty about the officers’ well-being, hardship in providing for children, and unanswered questions amid media speculation.
Her words: “If there is evidence, bring them before the court of law. If there is none, let them go free, please. We appeal to the president to do what is just. Allow the truth to be seen. We also appeal to the Nigerian military to remember its oath and its humanity. History and prosperity will remember the decision taken at this moment. Thank you. May God bless the President Republic of Nigeria.”
The detained officers, including senior ranks such as brigadier generals, colonels, lieutenant colonels, majors, and captains, were initially arrested in late 2025 for alleged breaches of service conduct.
Investigations by agencies including the Defence Intelligence Agency and Department of State Services reportedly uncovered a coup conspiracy, with confirmations from the Defence Headquarters in January 2026 that some would face military judicial panels or courts-martial.
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