The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) of Nigeria has clarified that there is no acting Chief of Army Staff (COAS) within the Nigerian Armed Forces, despite rumors in the media. Lieutenant General Taoreed Lagbaja remains the COAS and is currently on annual leave. Major General Abdulsalam Bagudu Ibrahim, who is the Chief of Policy and Plans, is only providing routine updates to Lagbaja in his absence.
The DHQ also addressed rumors about a potential military coup, affirming the military's loyalty to President Bola Tinubu and condemning any calls for unconstitutional actions. They emphasized their commitment to upholding democracy and national integrity.