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Alleged coup plotter Col. Mohammed Ma’aji apologizes, cites economic frustration for actions”

​In a statement released from military custody on Monday, Colonel Mohammed Ma’aji, accused of masterminding an alleged plot to overthrow the government of President Bola Tinubu, admitted to his involvement while pleading for official leniency. ​Colonel Ma’aji, who remains in detention awaiting
August 11, 2026

NERC dissolves Kaduna DisCo Board over ₦456.5bn market debt, appoints interim leadership

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) took decisive control of Kaduna Electricity Distribution Plc (KAEDC) on Monday, August 10, 2026, dissolving the utility’s Board of Directors and stripping core investor Africa Smart Investment (ASI) of management control following ₦456.5 billion in accrued
August 10, 2026