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The Digest:

A dramatic confrontation between FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and military personnel over a disputed land in Abuja has surfaced online. In a viral video, the minister is seen angrily challenging soldiers who were blocking FCTA officials, escalating into a heated exchange where Wike dismissed an officer and asserted his authority.

Key Points:
  • FCT Minister Nyesom Wike clashed with soldiers over access to a disputed land.
  • A viral video shows Wike insulting an officer and challenging military intimidation.
  • The minister claimed he was acting after speaking with the Chief of Defence Staff.
  • Wike's aide alleged the land belongs to a former Chief of Naval Staff without proper documents.
  • The minister insisted he cannot be intimidated by military presence.
  • Armed soldiers were reportedly stationed to protect the disputed construction site.
  • The incident highlights ongoing tensions over land allocation and authority in Abuja.
This public showdown underscores the complex power dynamics and contested governance in the nation's capital, where even high-ranking officials confront institutional resistance.

Sources: Channels TV

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