Nigeria: Soldiers Warned Against Nigeria Coup Attempt

Abuja — The Nigerian Armed Forces has warned officers against interfering in the holding of general elections this weekend.

This follows fears some officers could overthrow a government that civilians will elect in a poll whose run-up has been characterised by violence, hate speech and fears of rigging.

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