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Army reportedly quizzing those involved secretly

Buratai had earlier warned men and officers of the Army not to get involved in politics.

Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai - Chief of Army Staff

This is coming on the heels of reports saying that some soldiers were plotting a coup.

According to Punch, a source said the military authorities are secretly quizzing those involved in the alleged coup plot.

Also, the Director, Defence Information, Maj. Gen. John Enenche said “We have set up an administrative machinery, as it were for this matter. It is not good for us at this stage to tell you something that may not be true. Let us allow time for the administrative procedures. Be patient.”

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The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai had earlier warned men and officers of the Army not to get involved in politics.

Buratai also alleged that some politicians are approaching his men for some political favours.

On the COAS’ warning, Enenche said “It is a command responsibility to caution officers and men on routine basis to conform with the ethics of the military. Hence, this was the caution given by the Army in this case.

“It is pertinent to state that if there are signs of actions likely to breach military code of conduct, warnings are issued with possible investigations following. As such, the mention of coup plots in some quarters is an assertion which is not confirmed.

“I want to assure all Nigerians that the armed forces remain totally loyal to the Commander-in-Chief of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and in complete subordination to civil rule.

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“Furthermore, all fears about a coup should be allayed as the contemporary Nigerian military is abreast with the best international practices in governance, which is democracy.

“In this regard, the military high and other levels of command will continue to ensure effective training and administration to ensure that the armed forces retain its pride of place amongst the military globally.”

Meanwhile, the Governor of Osun state, Rauf Aregbesola has praised the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai for saving Nigeria from the hands of coup plotters.

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