Osita Chidoka Urges Nyesom Wike to Apologize to Officer: Calls for Responsible Exercise of Public Authority

Osita Chidoka Urges Nyesom Wike to Apologize to Officer: Calls for Responsible Exercise of Public Authority
Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Osita Chidoka, has called on the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to tender a public apology to a police officer involved in a recent confrontation.
Chidoka, in a statement shared on his verified social media handle, emphasized that public officials must always exercise their powers through proper institutional channels rather than resorting to personal or confrontational displays of authority.
The former minister’s remark comes in the wake of a viral video showing Wike reportedly engaging in a heated exchange with a uniformed officer during an inspection tour in Abuja. The clip sparked widespread debate, with many Nigerians criticizing the minister for what they described as an abuse of power and disrespect toward security personnel.
Chidoka’s intervention adds a significant voice to the growing calls for decorum, accountability, and respect for institutional processes among government officials. He reminded leaders that discipline and enforcement must flow from institutions, not individuals, in order to preserve the rule of law and protect public confidence in governance.
His message underscores the importance of restoring professionalism and mutual respect between public office holders and law enforcement agents — a critical step in building a society where authority is exercised responsibly and ethically.
If Wike heeds Chidoka’s advice, many believe it would set a positive example for other leaders, showing that humility and accountability are not signs of weakness but marks of true leadership.
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