Military coup plot: Presidency issues fresh warnings

Presidency Warns Alleged Coup Reports Are Damaging Nigeria’s Image

The Presidency has cautioned that circulating reports of an alleged attempted coup could harm Nigeria’s economy and deter potential foreign investors. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga issued the warning during an interview on Thursday urging the public and media outlets to avoid spreading unverified claims, noting that such reports could damage the country’s international reputation. “When a country is seeking investment and the media are …

Presidency faults Media on Coup stories, ‘Should’ve waited for facts, Army Probe reports before Publishing’

By, John Okokobioko The Presidency has said that recent media reports about alleged coup plots are damaging the country’s economy and discouraging foreign investment. Speaking on Arise News’ Prime Time programme on Thursday evening, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, argued that unverified reports about national security could extinguish investor ...

Military coup plot: Presidency issues fresh warnings

The Presidency has seriously warned that false coup reports hurt Nigeria’s economy and scare investors, urging media to avoid sensational claims.