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If this isn't a throne I wonder what is. Why on earth would a minister of the Nigerian state mount a throne to address Nigerians. This is a sign of the psychosis afflicting Nigerian political office holders, delusion of grandeur.

Veteran Nollywood actor and media personality Patrick Doyle has publicly criticized Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, over his choice of seat during a recent media briefing — a grand, throne-like chair that has sparked outrage online. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

Doyle, known for his outspoken views on national issues, took to social media to express his disapproval of the opulent chair Wike sat on, describing it as a symbol of “delusion of grandeur” among Nigeria’s political elites.

“If this isn’t a throne, I wonder what is,” Doyle wrote.
“Why on earth would a Minister of the Nigerian state mount a throne to address Nigerians? This is a sign of the psychosis afflicting Nigerian political office holders — delusion of grandeur.”

The post quickly gained traction, fueling a wave of mixed reactions from netizens. While some supported Doyle’s stance, others defended Wike, citing his boldness and active media engagement.

Some online reactions:

Stanley Okocha wrote: “He is the President of Abuja. He needs a throne for his media parley nau. The only Minister who addresses the media regularly. You want try Wike!”

Raymond Ogwu added humorously: “You no see the mustache wey be like Hitler own? You think say the man well so?”

Olachi Ejiogu-Okeiyi commented: “These are the things that nauseate me in Nigerian politics. How things like this become a norm is so scary. Thank you sir for condemning such.”

Photos from the media event, now circulating online, clearly show Wike seated in a regal, gold-trimmed chair that many have likened to a monarchical throne, further fueling debate about power perception and elitism in Nigerian politics.

Doyle’s critique touches on a growing concern — the increasingly flamboyant lifestyles of public officials in a country grappling with economic hardship, inflation, and social discontent.

As Nigeria’s political class continues to face scrutiny, moments like these remind citizens of the disconnect between governance and modesty, and why optics matter in public service.

benuejosh:
Wike is really a thorn in the flesh of the PDP and ADC. For the past few days, it has all been about Wike from the ADC.

benuejosh:
Wike is really a thorn in the flesh of the PDP and ADC. For the past few days, it has all been about Wike from the ADC.

benuejosh:
Wike is really a thorn in the flesh of the PDP and ADC. For the past few days, it has all been about Wike from the ADC.

benuejosh:
Wike is really a thorn in the flesh of the PDP and ADC. For the past few days, it has all been about Wike from the ADC.

benuejosh:
Wike is really a thorn in the flesh of the PDP and ADC. For the past few days, it has all been about Wike from the ADC.

CharlotteFlair:
Our prayers are for him to go tear down those killers annihilating Nigerians in benue everyday.

@ topic, even tinubu with his oversized ego doesn't sit on such to address Nigerians.

Kukutente23:
This man and pettiness
So of all the things he talked about, it's the chair he sat on that you picked from the media parley
I see him trying to put up a neutral face after he attacked Obi but he goofed badly
Attacking a chair makes absolutely no sense
He's simply courting attention and looking to bait both sides
He needs to rest
He's too old for this

Babangidapikin:
One thing I like about Oga Wike is that he speaks his mind, he doesn't pretend with his lifestyle either, he wears designers, drives a Royce Rolls .. but unfortunately most Politicians in Nigeria know how to pretend, soon they will start buying corn on the street, wearing one cloth all the time ...Let him seat on the whatever chair he wants to, it is you that call it throne chair, I was even expecting to see a chair made of swords ...I rather listen to a honest and frank man than someone acting up to create an image.

Quest7777:
Sentiments aside, Wike is a PUBLIC SERVANT and this his action sends the wrong signal that he is LORD over the people he is supposed to be serving

This is a fundamental problem with those in power in Nigeria. They fail to appreciate they are PUBLIC Servants, there to serve the people.

Kukutente23:
Wike was not addressing Nigerians
Wike was addressing the press
You guys mix things up so easily
Did he start the parley with "fellow Naijerians"?
He paid the press to com listen to him in his court
Did he pay you?

Babangidapikin:
It is a Chair would you be happy if he seats on a plastic chair next time, would that change his agenda.

CharlotteFlair:
Oga grow up.

There's no need for additional characters.

Babangidapikin:
It is a Chair would you be happy if he seats on a plastic chair next time, would that change his agenda.

Babangidapikin:
It is a Chair would you be happy if he seats on a plastic chair next time, would that change his agenda.

Quest7777:
Not plastic. There are suitable chairs for such occasions.
Even Mr President doesn't sit in such magnificent chair while addressing the Nation. It will send the wrong signal.

benuejosh:
Wike is really a thorn in the flesh of the PDP and ADC. For the past few days, it has all been about Wike from the ADC.

Bentacur007:
What has ADC party done to APC they have been wailing since 3days ago 😂😂😂