Reliable sources told Punch that the military panel is scheduled to be constituted on Wednesday to begin proceedings against the affected officers.

Those reportedly in detention and expected to face trial include Brig Gen M. A. Sadiq, Col M. A. Maaji, Lt Col S. Bappah, Lt Col A. A. Hayatu, Lt Col P. Dangnap, Lt Col M. Almakura, Maj A. J. Ibrahim, Maj M. M. Jiddah, Maj M. A. Usman, Maj D. Yusuf, Capt I. Bello, Capt A. A. Yusuf, Lt S. S. Felix, Lt Cdr D. B. Abdullahi, Sqn Ldr S. B. Adamu, and Maj I. Dauda.

According to sources, the officers have been in custody over their alleged involvement in the unfolding investigation. It was also gathered that they have now been granted access to legal representation for the first time since their arrest.

In a related development, the Federal Government is preparing to arraign six suspects before the Federal High Court in Abuja over an alleged plot to overthrow President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Those listed for arraignment include retired Major General Mohammed Ibrahim Gana, retired Naval Captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor, Police Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, Zekeri Umoru, Bukar Kashim Goni, and Abdulkadir Sani.

A former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, is also named in the charge but is currently said to be at large.

The suspects are expected to appear before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik of the Federal High Court, Abuja.

reports that the singer recently faced public attention following his announcement of a change to his date of birth, which sparked further debate among fans on social media.

Some users questioned why he had not dropped the “Square” from his name if he truly intended to separate himself from the music duo’s legacy and his brother.

Responding to the concerns, Mr P made it clear that he has no plans to abandon the name, insisting that he played a key role in building the brand and now considers it part of his personal identity. He also suggested that the matter is still subject to legal proceedings.

“Exactly why some of y’all are pained. I discovered the name, I earned it, and now I own it 💯. It’s a game of chess ♟️ remember we are still in court even as of yesterday! with time, you’ll understand 😉 Una go dey alright las las.🙅🏽‍♂️,” he wrote.

The development adds to the long-standing tension between Peter Okoye, his twin brother Paul (Rudeboy), and their elder brother Jude, who previously managed the music group.

Those expected in court include retired Major General Mohammed Ibrahim Gana, retired Naval Captain Erasmus Ochegobia Victor, serving Police Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim, Zekeri Umoru, Bukar Kashim Goni, and Abdulkadir Sani.

A former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, is also named in the charge but is currently said to be at large.

The defendants will appear before Justice Joyce Abdulmalik to answer a 13-count charge involving conspiracy, attempted treason, terrorism, failure to report security intelligence, terrorism financing, and money laundering.

The charges were filed on Monday by the Office of the Attorney-General of the Federation and signed by the Director of Public Prosecutions, Rotimi Oyedepo.

Prosecutors allege that the accused persons conspired in 2025 to undermine the Nigerian state, claiming they planned to “levy war against the state to overpower the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”

They are also accused of having prior knowledge of an alleged treason plot involving Colonel Mohammed Alhassan Ma’aji and others, but allegedly failed to report it to relevant authorities.

According to the prosecution, the defendants did not promptly notify the President or any peace officer, despite being aware of the planned offence, and also failed to take steps to prevent it.

Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim and Zekeri Umoru were specifically alleged to have attended meetings linked to the plot, which prosecutors say were aimed at promoting a political ideology capable of destabilising Nigeria’s constitutional order.

The charge further claims that the defendants knowingly provided support for acts classified as terrorism and failed to disclose key intelligence.

On the financial aspect, Abdulkadir Sani is alleged to have received ₦2 million, while Bukar Kashim Goni reportedly retained ₦50 million linked to A & A Express Link Concept. Zekeri Umoru was accused of receiving ₦10 million in cash and keeping ₦8.8 million, while Inspector Ahmed Ibrahim allegedly received ₦1 million from the same source.

The alleged offences are said to violate provisions of the Terrorism (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022, as well as the Money Laundering (Prevention and Prohibition) Act, 2022.