The Nigerian Armed Forces on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, issued a symbolic statement on their official X handle, reaffirming their loyalty and professionalism amid the growing controversy surrounding an altercation between the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, and a soldier identified as Lieutenant A.M. Yerima.
In the post, which featured an official image captioned “It’s an honour to serve in the Nigerian Military, Unshaken, Unbent, and Unbroken,” the Armed Forces appeared to signal institutional composure and resolve in the wake of the heated confrontation.
The statement came shortly after reports emerged that a soldier on duty at a disputed property in Abuja prevented Minister Wike from gaining access to the site. The property, which is reportedly under contention between private interests and the FCT Administration, has become the latest flashpoint in the minister’s ongoing campaign against illegal land developments in the capital.
The confrontation escalated when the Minister insisted on inspecting the property, while the military officer, allegedly acting under instructions, stood firm in restricting entry. The incident, now widely shared on social media, has sparked a nationwide debate over the limits of military involvement in civil and administrative matters.
Though the Armed Forces’ post did not directly reference the FCT altercation, the timing and tone of the message were interpreted by many as a quiet assertion of the military’s enduring values, discipline, hierarchy, and service to the nation.
Reactions across the media have been divided, with some Nigerians commending the soldier’s strict adherence to orders, and others viewing the incident as a test of civility between state institutions.
As investigations into the property dispute continue, the military’s post, declaring itself “Unshaken, Unbent, and Unbroken” underscores its intent to uphold order and protect its image as a disciplined force serving the Nigerian people.
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