APC Chieftain Criticises VeryDarkMan’s Protest Campaign, Calls for Unity Against Insecurity
APC Chieftain Criticises VeryDarkMan’s Protest Campaign, Calls for Unity Against Insecurity
A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Blessing Agbomhere, has faulted social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), over his calls for protests against insecurity, describing the campaign as counterproductive to ongoing efforts to restore peace and stability across the country.
Agbomhere argued that while Nigerians have the constitutional right to express their views, security challenges should not be politicized or used as a platform for advancing partisan interests. He maintained that the fight against insecurity requires collective action, cooperation with security agencies, and responsible civic engagement rather than street protests capable of heightening tensions.
The APC stalwart commended the Nigerian Armed Forces, the Police, the Department of State Services (DSS), the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and other security agencies for their efforts in tackling criminal activities despite operational challenges.
According to him, security management cannot succeed without active citizen participation. He urged Nigerians to support law enforcement agencies by providing credible intelligence, reporting suspicious activities, and strengthening community vigilance as part of efforts to combat crime and insecurity.
Agbomhere further noted that insecurity in Nigeria is driven by multiple socio-economic factors, including poverty, unemployment, weak law enforcement structures, drug abuse, communal conflicts, and the pursuit of illicit wealth. He stressed that addressing these underlying causes requires long-term solutions and collaboration among government institutions, communities, and citizens.
The comments come amid increasing public debate over strategies for addressing insecurity and governance concerns ahead of the 2027 general elections. Agbomhere warned against actions capable of undermining public confidence in national institutions, insisting that unity and patriotism remain essential for overcoming the country’s security challenges.
He expressed optimism that Nigeria would overcome its security difficulties through stronger cooperation between citizens and government agencies, emphasizing that community engagement, intelligence gathering, and law enforcement support remain critical components of any successful security framework.
As conversations around insecurity continue to dominate national discourse, stakeholders have renewed calls for constructive engagement, institutional reforms, and collective responsibility in the effort to build a safer and more secure Nigeria.
