Nollywood actress Yvonne Jegede has publicly commended Nigerian Navy officer A.M. Yerima following a viral confrontation with Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike. The incident occurred at a construction site in Abuja’s Gaduwa District.
Jegede’s Tribute to the Navy Officer
In an Instagram story post, Jegede described Yerima as representing a “new Nigeria” that restores citizens’ faith. She wrote: “Thank you for restoring my faith. Thank you for giving us hope as a nation. Thank you for letting us know that all hope is not lost. I salute you sir. AM YERIMA NIGERIAN NAVY.”
The Abuja Confrontation Details
The heated exchange between Minister Wike and Officer Yerima erupted when Wike accused the naval officer of illegally blocking access to a property. Wike maintained that no individual, regardless of position, stands above the law. Yerima countered that he was following orders from superiors.
This confrontation has ignited intense public debate across Nigeria. Citizens remain divided over the incident’s implications for military-civilian relations and governance accountability. The video’s virality underscores ongoing tensions regarding authority and protocol in public spaces.
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