JUST IN: Wike Dismisses Rumours Of Heart Attack — “I Only Went On A Vacation”
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has strongly denied reports that he suffered a heart attack and was hospitalised, saying he only travelled for a short vacation and mocking what he called baseless social-media stories.
Speaking during a public appearance, Wike described the circulating reports as false and aimed at smearing his name. The minister said he was in good health and insisted that the rumours were unfounded. Several national news outlets published the minister’s rebuke after a video of his remarks was shared by his media team. 1
“I only went on a vacation and they were writing that I was sick, had a heart attack and was hospitalized. It is them that’ll have heart attack and I can’t wait to sign their condolences,” Wike said in the clip. 2
Context — rumours and reactions
The statement comes amid a flurry of conflicting reports about the minister’s health. Some outlets and social-media accounts had earlier circulated claims that Wike was receiving treatment abroad for heart-related issues; others tracked and reposted video excerpts in which the minister addressed the speculation. While some publications reported that Wike later travelled for medical attention, his recent public remarks were aimed at dismissing immediate claims that he had suffered a heart attack. 3
What Wike said about misinformation
In the clip shared by his media team, Wike criticised the speed with which unverified stories spread on social media and in some corners of the press. He urged people to verify information before sharing and warned detractors that such falsehoods would not derail his work. 4
Official response and next steps
As of the time of writing, there has been no formal medical bulletin from the minister’s office confirming any diagnosis, and the minister’s public remarks served as his immediate response to the rumours. News organisations continue to follow up with Wike’s office for a formal clarification and any official medical statement. 5
Bottom line
Nyesom Wike has publicly rejected claims that he suffered a heart attack while on holiday, describing the reports as fabricated and vowing to outlast the spreaders of what he called malicious rumours. Readers should follow updates from credible outlets and official statements from the minister’s media team for confirmed information. 6