'Apologize now' - NUJ tackles Wike over threat to shoot journalist, asks FG to take action
Author: John Owen NwachukwuPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: Nigeria
Politics

The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) expressed outrage at Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike's violent remarks towards journalist Seun Okinbaloye. Wike threatened to shoot Okinbaloye following critical comments about the political system. The NUJ demands an immediate apology from Wike and calls on the federal government to condemn this threat, emphasizing the importance of journalist safety for democracy.
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