An alleged obituary photo of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike,[/b] has surfaced online, sparking widespread reactions across various social media platforms. The image, which quickly gained traction, reportedly circulated on popular platforms such as TikTok and X, where users were shocked and alarmed by its content.
The obituary-style photo, which prominently featured Wike’s image, led to a flurry of rumors and speculation that he had passed away. This photo emerged in the midst of circulating rumors suggesting that Wike had collapsed at an event in Abuja on Friday, prompting further confusion and concern. Some users on social media even went as far as claiming that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory had indeed passed away, which only fueled the speculation surrounding his health.
Amidst the panic, the obituary-style photo of Nyesom Wike quickly spread across different social media channels, including Twitter (X) and TikTok, further amplifying the widespread alarm. As people continued to react to the troubling image, many were left in shock, uncertain of the situation’s reality. However, despite the viral spread of these rumors, Wike took action to dispel the speculation about his well-being.
In a surprising turn of events, Wike made a public appearance on Sunday, putting to rest the mounting rumors. He was seen leading a group of FCT community leaders on a Sallah homage to President Bola Tinubu at the State House, where he appeared to be in good health. His presence and the public display of his well-being seemed to put an end to the speculation about his health and the obituary photo that had recently emerged.
The public appearance by Wike came as a relief to many who had been worried about his condition after the viral circulation of the obituary photo. With this move, it became evident that the rumors surrounding his health had been false. In a moment of clarity, Wike’s participation in the Sallah tribute to President Tinubu reaffirmed that the Minister was indeed alive and well, despite the viral confusion.
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