Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has sparked reactions online after issuing a strong warning following the disruption of a recent protest in Ibadan, Oyo State.
The activist made the statement while reacting to an incident that occurred during the “Save Our Children” protest, organised to demand the rescue of abducted pupils, teachers, and other victims from Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
In a viral video that circulated on social media, suspected thugs were seen attacking protesters and attempting to disrupt the demonstration.
Reacting to the incident, VDM expressed anger over the alleged attack and warned against any future attempts to interfere with peaceful protests organised by his supporters, known as the Ratels.
“This is to inform the public that after what happened at the protest in Ibadan with the thugs that attacked us, anytime the Ratels come out for a peaceful protest again, any thug that comes out to disrupt the protest has been warned in advance,” he said.
The controversy comes days after reports of an alleged attack on protesters in Ibadan during a demonstration calling for the rescue of abducted schoolchildren.
His comments quickly gained attention on social media. While some supporters backed his stance and argued that protesters have a right to protect themselves, others expressed concern over the strong language used in his statement.
As discussions continue online, the incident has further fueled conversations about public safety, peaceful protests, and the growing concerns surrounding insecurity in the country.
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