Wike Travels Abroad for Heart Treatment
Nyesom Wike, the current Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has today, quietly departed for the United Kingdom to receive specialized medical treatment, according to reliable sources close to his inner circle.
This development marks a significant shift for the prominent politician, who once championed the idea of relying on Nigeria’s local healthcare infrastructure during his time as governor of Rivers State.
Wike’s journey abroad comes after alleged diagnosis of congestive heart failure, a condition that has prompted medical experts to advise him on potential surgical options.
It bears mentioning that Physicians attending to Wike allegedly recommended a bypass procedure to address his heart-related issues effectively.
However, the minister opted against it, citing the lengthy recovery time it would demand and the risks associated with stepping away from his high-stakes responsibilities in Abuja for too long. Such an absence, he reportedly worried, could lead to political maneuvering that might jeopardize his position.
Instead, he chose to pursue ongoing management and monitoring in the UK, where advanced facilities could provide the care he needs without the immediate disruption of major surgery.
Since this year Wike’s health has drawn increased scrutiny amid his role in the FCT administration.
Earlier this year, rumors circulated that he had suffered a collapse and was urgently airlifted overseas for emergency care. In April 2025, while conducting an inspection of infrastructure projects in Abuja, Wike categorically refuted these allegations.
