Defence Minister Supports Naval Officer in Land Dispute Confrontation
Defence Minister Moham Badaru commended Lieutenant Yerima, a naval officer, for confronting FCT Minister Nyesom Wike over a land dispute in Abuja. The incident, captured in a viral video, involved the officer preventing the minister's entry onto a disputed property allegedly owned by a former Chief of Naval Staff, Vice Admiral Awwal Gambo.
Minister Badaru assured that officers carrying out lawful duties will be protected. The confrontation has sparked public debate over the rule of law and authority.
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