Throwback photo of Wike holding umbrella for Jonathan goes viral

A throwback photo of Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), holding an umbrella for former President Goodluck Jonathan, has surfaced online, igniting a wave of reactions.

The image, shared by popular blogger Tunde Ednut on Instagram, shows Wike walking beside Jonathan, shielding him with an umbrella as the former president moved with other officials.

The photo, believed to have been taken during Jonathan’s time in office, has quickly gone viral, sparking numerous discussions among Nigerians who drew comparisons between Wike’s humble beginnings and his current political influence.

Many people have taken to the comments section to reflect on how power and wealth can change individuals, with some pointing out the contrast between Wike’s past and his present influence.

This image surfaced amid ongoing political crisis in Rivers State, where Wike is reportedly locked in a power struggle with Governor Siminalayi Fubara, who has been suspended along with other elected officials in the state.

Netizens Reactions…
@isaacfayoseoriginal_ reacted; “When man no get money or power he is humble…
Give him money and power then you will see his real behavior……Can anyone tell me what business / cases Wike has done before in his life?He now moves around with exotic cars enjoying our commonwealth without fear.”

@symply_kendra_ 22h said: “May Wike never happen to anyone that will love this comment”

@maro_reigns commented; “That’s why they say don’t trust the loyalty of a poor man. That yes sir yes sir na because money never touch him hand. If money touch him hand na you go dey answer am yes sir.”

@_michgreat said; “What I learned from this picture is “serving is important, learn before you explore”.’ Wike may be bad to us but we can’t deny the fact that he paid his dues, he really served before he became what he is today.”

@thereal_ehi wrote; “His humble beginning.”

@ekeneudemadu said; “Little did we know that there was a carmelion inside of this gentle looking man.”

@nedu_cgolden reacted: “My guy never see power collet”

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