"I'm Not a Fool, Sir": Viral Video Shows Soldier's Heated Exchange with FCT Minister Wike
- A land dispute in Abuja sparked a clash between the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, and some soldiers in Abuja
- The officers of the Nigerian Navy blocked Wike and the FCT officials from accessing the land in the nation's capital
- Nigerians have taken to social media to react to the incident after the video went viral on Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues
FCT, Abuja - The minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Ezenwo Nyesom Wike, clashed with soldiers in a heated argument.
The soldiers stopped Wike and the FCT officials from accessing a land in the nation’s capital.
Source: UGC
In a viral video, the officer denied Wike and his team from gaining access to the land, insisting he was acting on orders from above.
The minister called him a fool, which he politely rejected, saying "I'm not a fool, sir"
Nigerians react as Wike clashes with soldiers
@Temi_tayour
Well, you are doing ur job, but do not disrespect someone old enough to be your Father. Father too shouldn't harass the Officer. Just find a level playing ground. Again, don't because of work disrespect a Minister, ur Father's mate, if u want to rise. U cn disagree in a polite way.
@12_hizbullah
I love intelligent people. When Wike said to the officer, "Get out, you must vacate this land," the officer simply replied, "I have integrity." One word with thousand meaning.
@22shegs
The bros put Wike in his place literally! He told Wike; "I am an officer and I have integrity"!
@tonyriteb
I love the fact that the officer stood his ground responsibly and respectfully too. The Minister's behavior was not a good one. He should have taken it up with the General that sent or gave them the orders.
@Barnny_sommy
A minister calling a professional military officer on acting on institutions a "fool." That's disrespect on the military. Kudos to the officer. Despite the provocation and abusive words, he stood firm.
@DaaErnest01
The sad thing is that citizens are less concerned about the legal status of the said land. Wike should be applauded for ensuring that everyone does what is right. No body whether Officer or not is above the law.
Source: Facebook
@Its_Oladeni
It’s simply because he has a backing too, he didn’t just act like that. It was not his uniform, it was the backing.
@marythesa
Wike is lucky it was in front of cameras! That officer for remove all his front teeth’s ! He thinks his talking to his Obio Akpor slaves !!!
Ex-Naval boss linked to soldiers' clash with Wike
Legit.ng also reported that a land dispute in Abuja sparked a clash between Wike and soldiers allegedly linked to a former naval chief.
The property in question is reportedly connected to Vice Admiral Awwal Zubairu Gambo, Nigeria’s 21st Chief of Naval Staff.
Gambo’s distinguished military career and academic achievements have come under renewed public attention following the November 11, 2025 incident.
Source: Legit.ng
