Coup plotters aware of consequences if found guilty – Defence minister

Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has affirmed that those arrested in connection with a recent coup attempt against the Bola Tinubu administration are fully aware of the consequences they face if found guilty.

Speaking on Saturday in an interview with TRT World TV, Musa addressed concerns about the fate of the accused and the wellbeing of their families. He noted that the suspects would have considered the implications of their actions before proceeding.

“They must have made up their minds when they decided to do this and must have considered their families,” he said. “But even at that, the government is ensuring that their families are treated fairly.”

Musa emphasised that the accused will face court-martial proceedings, which he described as free and fair, allowing them legal representation to defend themselves.

“Their family members are not left alone. The government is making sure that their wives and children are looked after,” he added, stressing that the main perpetrators understand the seriousness of their actions.

“The perpetrators already know the repercussion of their action, and I’m sure they are ready to face the wrath,” Musa concluded.