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Coup Plotters Will Be Punished, Says Air Force Chief

The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, says those involved in any attempt to overthrow Nigeria’s democracy will face justice, as the military reaffirms loyalty to the Constitution.

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

1 min read 10 views Updated Aug 28, 2026
Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, has warned that anyone involved in plans to overthrow Nigeria’s democratic government will face the full weight of the law.

Aneke, who gave the warning in Abuja during a meeting with senior Nigerian Air Force commanders to mark his first 100 days in office, condemned recent revelations of an alleged coup plot, describing such actions as unacceptable, and reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force's loyalty to the Constitution and the democratically elected government.

The Defence Headquarters had earlier confirmed that 16 officers are currently in custody over the alleged attempt to subvert democracy violently.

The Air Chief also urged commanders to maintain discipline, unity, and professionalism within the ranks, especially as the country approaches another general election.

He noted that while security has improved in some regions, challenges such as insurgency, banditry, and regional instability in the Sahel continue to pose serious threats to Nigeria’s security.

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The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, says those involved in any attempt to overthrow Nigeria’s democracy will face justice, as the military reaffirms loyalty to the Constitution. Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, has warned that anyone involved in plans to overthrow Nigeria’s democratic government will face the full weight of the law.Aneke,...

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  • The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, says those involved in any attempt to overthrow Nigeria’s democracy will face justice, as the military reaffirms loyalty to the Constitution.
  • Chief of the Air Staff, Sunday Aneke, has warned that anyone involved in plans to overthrow Nigeria’s democratic government will face the full weight of the law.Aneke, who gave the warning in Abuja during a meeting with senior Nigerian Air Force commanders to mark his first 100 days in office, condemned recent revelations of an alleged coup plot, describing such actions as unacceptable, and reaffirmed the Nigerian Air Force's loyalty to the Constitution and the democratically elected government.The Defence Headquarters had earlier confirmed that 16 officers are currently in custody over the alleged attempt to subvert democracy violently.The Air Chief also urged commanders to maintain discipline, unity, and professionalism within the ranks, especially as the country approaches another general election.He noted that while security has improved in some regions, challenges such as insurgency, banditry, and regional instability in the Sahel continue to pose serious threats to Nigeria’s security.
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February 12, 2026

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