Military investigators probing the alleged attempted coup in Nigeria are collaborating with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) to trace financial transactions linked to individuals accused of funding the plot.
Sources revealed that the bank accounts of several suspects may have been frozen as part of standard investigative procedures. The EFCC and NFIU are said to be conducting a detailed forensic audit of the accounts belonging to both soldiers and civilians implicated in the alleged plan to overthrow the Federal Government.
The probe involves analyzing deposits, withdrawals, and transfers to identify suspicious activity, trace the origin of funds, and determine the real owners of the accounts. Investigators have also extended their scrutiny to the associates and business partners of key suspects.
This development follows reports of a suspicious N45 billion transfer from the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to individuals allegedly linked to the plot.
Earlier, Sahara Reporters claimed that 16 Nigerian Army officers were detained over the alleged coup attempt, reportedly connected to the cancellation of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Day celebration. However, the Director of Defence Information, Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau, denied that the arrests were related to any coup.
Meanwhile, security operatives raided the Abuja home of former Bayelsa State governor and ex-minister Timipre Sylva, detaining his brother and driver. Sylva’s spokesman confirmed the raid but denied his involvement, alleging political motives behind the accusation.
Military insiders said investigators are depending on the EFCC and NFIU to uncover the full money trail behind the alleged plot.
