It’s all fake news, I didn’t collapse – Wike

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday dismissed social media reports that he collapsed last week, describing them as the handiwork of individuals attempting to score cheap political points.

Wike addressed the speculation after inspecting four ongoing projects in the FCT, including the International Conference Centre (ICC), reaffirming his commitment to delivering on his mandate.

He said, “I don’t want to give credence to people who are only interested in carrying rumour. First of all, I’m a human being, it’s not a ghost that will collapse, it’s a human being that will collapse if there is any issue with their health. Unfortunately, I did not collapse.”

The rumours, which spread widely on X, alleged that Wike collapsed at an event in Abuja last Friday and was rushed to an undisclosed hospital for treatment.

However, the minister made a public appearance days later when he joined other dignitaries on a Sallah homage to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa.

During the visit, Wike appeared in high spirits further dispelling concerns about his health.

His media aide, Lere Olayinka, had earlier dismissed the claims as false, insisting there was no truth to the reports.