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(UPDATED) Veterans Blast Wike Over Clash With Naval Officer, Demand Apology
Veterans Blast Wike Over Clash With Naval Officer, Demand Apology
- Minister accused of abusing authority as viral video sparks outrage
Some military veterans have condemned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for his confrontation with a naval officer during an enforcement visit to a disputed land in Abuja, describing his outburst as unbefitting of a public office holder.
A viral video released on Tuesday showed Wike engaging some naval personnel at a construction site in the Gaduwa area of the FCT. The minister, on an inspection tour, had questioned the officers’ presence at the location, accusing them of providing cover for an illegal development.
In the footage, one of the naval personnel explained that they were acting on directives and that the land belonged to a former Chief of Naval Staff. The exchange quickly turned heated, with Wike reportedly calling the officer “a fool,” a remark that has since sparked public outrage.
Reacting to the incident, the veterans warned that such conduct from a minister undermines national institutions and the authority of the Nigerian state.
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“How can a public office holder call an officer a fool on camera?” veteran Durowaiye-Herberts said. “If he was responsible, he should have engaged the Chief of Naval Staff privately instead of attempting to disgrace a senior officer.”
He warned that any attempt to sanction the officer involved would be resisted. “If the officer is punished, military veterans will occupy the office and residence of the FCT Minister,” he said.
The veterans demanded that Wike apologise to the officer and the Nigerian Navy, insisting that the men in uniform owe loyalty to the nation, not to individuals.
“Wike’s outburst demeans the dignity of his office. It’s unacceptable behaviour from a serving minister,” Durowaiye-Herberts added.
During the confrontation, Wike accused the officers of acting with impunity and insisted there was no legal record of the land allocation with the FCT Administration.
“You have no document,” he was heard saying. “We cannot continue to act in impunity. This country cannot go on this way.”
The minister later alleged that the land was linked to a former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Zubairu Gambo (retd.), accusing him of using his influence to intimidate officials.
“I will not succumb to blackmail,” Wike said.
The naval personnel, however, maintained they were acting on superior orders and refused to vacate the land.
A viral video released on Tuesday showed Wike engaging some naval personnel at a construction site in the Gaduwa area of the FCT. The minister, on an inspection tour
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Veterans Blast Wike Over Clash With Naval Officer, Demand Apology
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Adeleke Orders Arrests After Associate Ajagungbade Is Reportedly Killed in Ife
Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed security agencies to arrest anyone found to have been involved in the reported killing of his associate, Olamilekan Ajagungbade, popularly known as Emir Ajagungbade.
Ajagungbade was reportedly shot dead in Ile-Ife on Sunday amid a dispute connected to the leadership of a motor park.
Reacting to the incident, Adeleke ordered Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Zungura to take immediate action against those responsible. The directive was disclosed by the governor’s spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed.
The governor also ordered rival groups involved in the park dispute to leave the motor parks while security agencies work to restore calm.
“There will be no sacred cows as all culprits will be brought to book” Adeleke said, while urging residents to remain calm.
As part of his response, the governor announced plans to bring back the Park Management System across the state, saying an Executive Order would soon be issued to provide the legal backing for the arrangement.
The renewed system is expected to regulate the operation of motor parks and garages and address disputes over their management.
Ajagungbade was described in the report as a close associate of the governor and a member of the Accord Party.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting and the identities of those responsible had not been fully disclosed at the time of reporting.
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Police Arrest Two in Delta, Recover Guns, Daggers and Battle Axe
Two suspects are in police custody in Delta State following separate raids that resulted in the recovery of firearms, ammunition and other items, the state police command has said.
The latest operation involved the arrest of Chukwuka Nzete, also known as “Ododo”, in Isupe Community, Ndokwa West Local Government Area.
Police said Nzete was suspected of dealing in illegal firearms and alleged that he ran a shrine used to fortify suspected criminal elements.
Items recovered during a search of his residence included a pump-action gun, four dagger knives, a battle axe and pots containing substances suspected to be charms.
The command said detectives were investigating to establish the extent of Nzete’s activities and whether he had links with other criminal groups.
A separate operation also led to the arrest of Joel Iwomi, 36, in Umuebu, Obiaruku.
According to the police, Iwomi resisted attempts by operatives of the Command Anti-Cult Unit to enter his residence before officers eventually gained access and conducted a search.
The search allegedly produced a pump-action gun and 18 live cartridges.

Both suspects have been taken into custody while investigations continue.
The Delta State Commissioner of Police, Samuel E. Erale, said the command would continue efforts to keep illicit firearms away from criminal elements and prevent weapons capable of threatening public safety from circulating in the state.
He urged residents to cooperate with security agencies by reporting suspicious movements, illegal firearms and other criminal activities.
The police said information supplied by members of the public would be handled confidentially.
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Tinubu Arrives Paris for Second Phase of European Vacation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Paris, France, as he continues his three-week annual vacation in Europe.
The President was received by Nigeria’s Ambassador to France, Ayodele Oke, following his arrival in the French capital on Sunday.
Tinubu began the holiday in London after departing Abuja on August 30. The Presidency had announced before his departure that the President would spend three weeks in Europe as part of his annual leave.
The move to Paris marks the second phase of his European vacation.
In the statement announcing the trip, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said London would be Tinubu’s first destination and that he was expected to return to Nigeria after the working vacation.
The Presidency said his return would coincide with preparations for the January 2027 general election, as political activities intensify ahead of the polls.
Tinubu is seeking another term in office on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
No detailed public itinerary has been released for the President’s stay in Paris.
The President is expected to return to Nigeria after completing the three-week vacation, in line with the schedule earlier announced by the Presidency.
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