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The Digest:

A coalition of Nigerian military veterans has strongly condemned Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike for his verbal confrontation with a naval officer during a land dispute operation in Abuja. The veterans described Wike's use of abusive language as unacceptable and demanded a public apology, warning they would occupy his office if any disciplinary action was taken against the officer involved.

Key Points:
  • Military veterans condemned Wike for verbally assaulting a naval officer.
  • The incident occurred during an enforcement visit to a disputed land in Gaduwa, Abuja.
  • Veterans described Wike's language as demeaning to public office.
  • The group warned against any disciplinary action against the officer.
  • They demanded a public apology from the FCT Minister.
  • The veterans emphasized that uniformed officers represent state authority.
  • The confrontation has sparked divided public reactions online.
This clash highlights growing tensions between civilian authority and military protocol in Nigeria, testing the boundaries of institutional respect and chain of command.

Sources: The PUNCH