Seun Okinbaloye Fires Back at Wike: ‘I’m Not Afraid, I’ll Never Be Intimidated’

Channels Television anchor Seun Okinbaloye has declared that he is not afraid of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike following Wike’s threat to shoot him over comments about Nigeria becoming a one-party state. Okinbaloye said he received a call from Wike clarifying the intention, but added, “Violent rhetoric or threats are never appropriate responses to dissent in a democratic society. Let me be clear: I am not afraid, and I will never be intimidated. I will continue doing what I love, asking necessary questions and holding power to account.”

Key Points:

Okinbaloye’s defiance signals that threats will not silence journalists.
He acknowledges Wike’s clarification but rejects violent rhetoric entirely.
The anchor doubles down on his warning that democracy is in danger.
Amnesty International had earlier condemned Wike’s language as reckless.
The standoff tests the boundaries of press freedom in Nigeria’s democracy.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria