Abuja Protest, VDM Calls for Political Change and Stronger Action Against Insecurity
Abuja Protest, VDM Calls for Political Change and Stronger Action Against Insecurity
Social media activist and outspoken commentator, VeryDarkMan (VDM), has sparked fresh conversations across Nigeria after making strong remarks during an ongoing protest in Abuja, where he criticized the current administration and expressed concerns over the country’s worsening security situation.
Addressing protesters, VDM declared that the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), must be voted out if Nigerians are dissatisfied with its performance. According to him, democracy gives citizens the power to hold leaders accountable through the ballot box.
“APC must go. Terrorists must go. If Nigerians can vote out President Tinubu, they can vote out any sitting president in the future,” he stated.
The activist also referenced comments previously made by Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi, who had suggested that authorities were aware of the identities and locations of some armed groups responsible for kidnappings and attacks across the country.
VDM questioned why more decisive action had not been taken if such information was indeed available.
“Sheikh Gumi once said that the government knows the kidnappers and terrorists. If that is true, why are they not going after them?” he asked.
The protest, which drew attention to issues of insecurity, governance, and economic hardship, also served as a platform for participants to remember victims of kidnapping and violence across the country.
VDM specifically mentioned the abducted school children and teachers from Oyo State, urging Nigerians not to forget those still affected by criminal activities and insecurity.
“We must never forget our kidnapped Oyo school children and teachers,” he added.
His remarks have since generated mixed reactions on social media, with supporters praising his willingness to speak on issues affecting ordinary Nigerians, while critics argue that political and security challenges require more nuanced solutions.
The protest reflects growing public concern over insecurity, kidnapping, and the need for effective governance, as citizens continue to demand stronger measures to protect lives and property across the nation.
As discussions continue, the comments by VDM are likely to remain a subject of debate among political observers, security analysts, and Nigerians seeking lasting solutions to the country’s challenges.
