A Nigerian woman who attended the same primary school as naval officer Mohammed Yerima has come forward with revealing insights about his childhood character, following his viral confrontation with FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
Childhood Traits Revealed
In a trending post on her verified X account @dantiana42, the woman identified only as Dantiana shared her memories of Yerima from their primary school days. She described him as exceptionally intelligent, fearless, and bold even as a young student, qualities that made him stand out among his peers.
"OMG I know this guy his name is Mohammed yerima. He was my senior in primary school. He has always been very intelligent, fearless and bold take ur flowers," Dantiana wrote in her post dated November 12, 2025.
Social Media Reactions
The revelation sparked widespread reactions from Nigerians across social media platforms. Many users praised Officer Yerima for maintaining his composure during the heated exchange with Minister Wike.
One user @Lieutenant A.M. Yerima commented: "The uniform is not a privilege. It is a responsibility to defend truth, even when truth is uncomfortable."
Another user @Enyo-Ojo noted: "The guy get home training and discipline. Even with all the insults Wike threw at him, he remained calm, stubborn, but not aggressive, respectful and fearlessly composed."
Background of the Viral Incident
The schoolmate's testimony comes amid ongoing public discussion about the confrontation between Naval Officer Yerima and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. The incident, captured in multiple viral videos, shows Yerima maintaining professional composure while engaging with the minister.
Additional footage of the confrontation has continued to surface online, with one user posting what they described as an 'unseen' part of the exchange between Wike and the naval officer.
The officer's sister has also trended online after making a promise to her brother following the incident, indicating the widespread family support for Yerima's actions.
