The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has inaugurated a General Court Martial to try 36 serving military personnel over alleged involvement in mutiny aimed at overthrowing the government.
In a statement issued on Friday, April 24, 2026, the Director of Defence Information, Major General Samaila Uba, said the move follows an earlier DHQ communication on January 26 addressing the matter.
He described the inauguration as “a significant step in reinforcing discipline, accountability and the commitment of the Armed Forces to safeguarding national integrity and constituted authority.”
According to him, the proceedings will be conducted in line with established legal standards, assuring fairness to all accused personnel.
“Proceedings of the court will be conducted with the highest standards of fairness, impartiality and strict adherence to due process, guaranteeing that justice will be served without fear or favour,” the statement read.
Uba added that all cases would be handled within the provisions of the military justice system, noting that the rights of the accused would be respected throughout the trial.
“The DHQ remains resolute in upholding professionalism, discipline and the rule of law while ensuring that the rights of all personnel are respected and the tenets of fair hearing upheld,” he stated.
The court martial is expected to commence hearings in line with military legal procedures.