Defence Headquarters Refutes Accusations of High Alert Status for Guards Brigade
By Peter Jene
ABUJA, Nigeria — The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has strongly denied the accusations published in an online article on February 25, 2024 by SaharaReporters. According to the article, suspicious movements in Nigeria led to the Guards Brigade being put on high alert, raising the possibility of a coup attempt. In a formal statement, Defence Headquarters rejected these allegations as wholly untrue.
Reporting of Unfounded Allegations:
The Defence Headquarters explained in reaction to the malicious and baseless story that the claim that the Guards Brigade is on high alert because of coup plan allegations is untrue. The Defence Headquarters stressed that the Guards Brigade, which is in charge of defending the presidency, has continuously kept itself prepared to carry out its designated tasks. The DHQ called the claims utterly untrue and advised the public to ignore them.
Dedication to Democracy:
General Christopher Musa OFR, the Chief of Defence Staff, has repeatedly emphasized the unwavering commitment of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to the protection and sustenance of democracy in the country. The Defence Headquarters demonstrated its dedication to democratic principles and strongly condemned the unfounded assertions made by SaharaReporters, dismissing them as mere products of the publisher’s imagination.
Call for Action:
In response to what it deemed an unpatriotic act by Sahara Reporters, the Defence Headquarters urged pertinent security services to respond swiftly and appropriately. The DHQ further declared that it would pursue legal action in relation to the situation, refuting the accusations as having hidden agendas intended to incite unwarranted animosity in the nation.
Conclusion:
No doubt, this unequivocal denial of the coup plot allegations by the Defence Headquarters’ will serve to reassure the public of the stability and commitment of the Nigerian Armed Forces to democratic governance. Also, the call for legal action against Sahara Reporters portrays the seriousness with which the Defence Headquarters regards such baseless claims and aims to maintain national security and public trust.
