Nyesom Wike, Nigeria's Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, faced tension with soldiers in Abuja on Tuesday when they blocked his access to a plot of land. An altercation ensued, drawing attention from his aides. Lere Olayinka, Wike's senior special assistant on social media, later revealed threats of shooting during the encounter.
On Tuesday, tension escalated in Abuja as soldiers prevented Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), from accessing a specific land plot. According to reports, the military personnel blocked the minister's path, leading to a heated altercation with a military officer.
Lere Olayinka, Wike's Senior Special Assistant on Social Media, provided further details on the incident. He stated that the soldiers threatened to shoot during the confrontation, highlighting the intensity of the standoff. This encounter underscores ongoing disputes over land allocation in the capital territory.
Video footage of the altercation has surfaced, capturing the exchange over the Abuja land. The event occurred amid Wike's efforts to manage FCT development, where land access remains a contentious issue. No arrests or further escalations were reported in the immediate aftermath.
The clash reflects broader challenges in coordinating federal authority with military interests in Nigeria's capital. Olayinka's account aims to clarify the minister's position, emphasizing the threats faced by the delegation.