The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, has denied calling a young naval officer a fool, despite a viral video suggesting otherwise. Speaking at a press conference on November 13, 2025, Wike clarified that his words were misunderstood and that he never personally insulted the officer.
Wike explained that his remarks were intended to criticize the legality of the orders given, not the officer himself. He emphasized that the young naval officer was merely following orders and that his comments were aimed at correcting an illegal situation related to land, not insulting anyone.
The viral clip, in which Wike was heard saying, “You are a big fool,” has caused widespread debate online. Wike insists the statement was not a personal attack, and he does not plan to apologize.
The incident has sparked intense discussions on social media and among the armed forces, with many Nigerians debating whether the viral video accurately reflects the context of his comments.
