A Catholic clergyman has commented on the widely shared altercation between a Nigerian Navy officer and Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister. The incident’s importance was emphasized.
A video showing the tense exchange between Minister Wike and Lieutenant Yerima Nwamama recently spread online.
Religious Leader Praises Officer’s Conduct
Father Mentor Ehio, a Catholic priest, praised the officer’s bravery in a Facebook statement.
He noted that the event demonstrates some citizens’ commitment to upholding decency. This counters the influence of affluent individuals.
THANK YOU SO MUCH OFFICER A.M. YERIMA for your Courage and Boldness to stand your ground.
You see that little episode, it has given a lot of people HOPE. We still have noble people willing to uphold civility against wealthy recklessness.
Thank you so much YERI Nwamama
Legal practitioner First Baba Isa separately addressed the situation. He expressed disappointment in Wike’s approach.
The attorney argued the officer doesn’t deserve hero status. Protecting former officials’ properties doesn’t constitute naval heroism.
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