A new video featuring the viral naval officer Lieutenant Yerima, who previously gained nationwide attention following his clash with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has resurfaced online. The clip shows him inside a vehicle with a woman and a baby, sparking renewed curiosity and discussion about his private life among Nigerians on social media.
Video Sparks Widespread Online Attention
The short video was first shared on Instagram by the account @northern_trends and quickly spread across multiple social media platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok, drawing significant engagement. Users immediately began speculating about the identity of the woman and the baby accompanying him.
In the video, Lieutenant Yerima is seated calmly in the back of a car while a woman and a child sit beside him. The footage, though brief, led many online observers to question whether he is married, has children, or was simply assisting a family member or friend.
Speculations About His Family Life
Social media users were quick to react, with discussions ranging from the possibility that the woman is his sister, to assumptions that she could be his wife. The presence of the baby only intensified speculation, as viewers tried to deduce if Lieutenant Yerima has become a father or is supporting a relative’s child.
Comments reflected a mix of curiosity, admiration, and humor, as Nigerians debated his personal life against the backdrop of his public notoriety following the viral confrontation with Minister Wike.
Background: Clash With Minister Wike
Lieutenant Yerima first rose to prominence after a tense standoff with Minister Nyesom Wike over a disputed property in Abuja. The confrontation saw Yerima and his team of naval officers blocking Wike from accessing the site, claiming they were operating under orders and following due procedures, while Wike insisted on the presentation of proper authorization documents.
The incident immediately went viral, with videos and commentary spreading across social media, making Lieutenant Yerima a household name and a trending topic in Nigeria. His composure and strict adherence to orders during the clash earned him both praise and criticism online.
Netizens’ Reactions to the New Video
Online users reacted rapidly to the new video of Lieutenant Yerima. Gilli_zion commented: “What if it’s his Sister and her Baby.” Another user, Umarrr_farouq, reacted with humor and admiration: “Imagine calling a husband and a father ‘F00L.’ That minister really got what he deserved.” Meanwhile, RAmnahf_fashion added: “Someone said what is na his sister and her baby,” reflecting the ongoing curiosity and speculation about the officer’s personal life.
The video has reignited discussions on social media about Lieutenant Yerima, highlighting how a single viral figure can continue to generate intrigue and conversation around both their professional and personal life, even after several months.
Watch the Video Below
See the short clip shared by @northern_trends on Instagram, capturing Lieutenant Yerima in the vehicle with a woman and a baby, sparking renewed curiosity among Nigerians online: