A user on the microblogging platform, X (formerly Twitter), recently shared detailed information about the viral naval officer, Lieutenant Yamari, including his birth year and his field of study at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), sparking renewed interest in the officer’s background following his high-profile confrontation with FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.
Lieutenant Yamari, also referred to in some reports as Lieutenant Ahmad Yerima, has been making headlines nationwide after the widely circulated video showed him standing his ground during a tense land dispute in Abuja. Social media users have since been eager to learn more about his personal and educational background.
Birth Year and Academic Background of Lieutenant Yamari
According to X user @midehenry25, Lieutenant Yamari was born on July 20, 1992. Although born in Kaduna State, he spent his formative years growing up in Port Harcourt, the capital city of Rivers State, which shaped much of his early life experiences.
The Twitter user further revealed that Lieutenant Yamari attended Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he pursued a degree in Mass Communication. After completing his studies, he enrolled in the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), transitioning from academic studies to a distinguished military career. This blend of education and military training is believed to have contributed to his composed and strategic demeanor seen in the viral confrontation with Wike.
The tweet reads: “Lieutenant Yamari is making waves. He was born on July 20, 1992, in Kaduna State and grew up in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. He is a product of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he initially studied Mass Communication before joining the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA). His academic background coupled with rigorous military training makes him both disciplined and highly observant.”
Support and Recognition From Retired Officers
Meanwhile, the officer has received attention not only from the public but also from retired members of the Nigerian security services. Retired Deputy Superintendent of Police, Sunny Anyanwu, went viral after making a generous gesture toward Lieutenant Ahmad Yerima in recognition of his conduct.
In a Facebook post, Sunny Anyanwu disclosed that he receives a monthly pension of N49,000 and voluntarily offered N5,000 to the naval officer. He further emphasized that Lieutenant Yerima should be regarded as a British-trained officer, highlighting his professional competence and disciplined approach to duty.
Public Interest in the Officer’s Background
Lieutenant Yamari’s academic and professional background has reignited discussions online about the qualities and training of Nigeria’s military personnel. Social media users have been commenting extensively, highlighting the importance of education in shaping officers who can handle high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure. The officer’s combination of Mass Communication knowledge and military training is seen as a unique advantage that allows him to remain calm, analytical, and strategic during confrontations.
As the video of the confrontation continues to circulate online, more Nigerians are eager to learn about Lieutenant Yamari’s journey, from his birth in 1992 to studying Mass Communication at ABU, and ultimately rising through the ranks to serve as a disciplined officer in the Nigerian Navy. His story has become a reference point for discussions on military professionalism, training, and the role of educated officers in maintaining order and lawfulness in sensitive situations.