Air Marshal Sunday Aneke, Nigeria's Chief of Air Staff, has publicly denounced plans by certain military officers who allegedly conspired to overthrow President Bola Tinubu's government. During a meeting in Abuja marking his first 100 days in office, he expressed strong condemnation of such actions, labeling them as shameful and wholly reprehensible. Aneke emphasized that those involved in these coup plots will face the full consequences of the law or persecution.

Reports suggest that a small faction within the military aimed to carry out a violent coup against the current democratic government on October 25, 2025. Such an act threatens the stability of Nigeria’s democracy and raises significant concerns about internal security within the armed forces. The Air Chief reiterated the commitment of the military to uphold the democratic process and maintain law and order in the nation.

The implications of such coup attempts are severe, as they not only challenge the existing government but also disrupt the public's trust in the military and its role in upholding democracy. The swift response from the Air Force leadership to address and condemn these actions reinforces a commitment to democratic governance in Nigeria, signaling that any efforts to undermine this structure will not be tolerated.