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Arrest of VeryDarkMan by DSS, Sets Bad Precedence in Democracy, Says Peter Obi 

Steven Atogi by Steven Atogi
May 4, 2025
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Arrest of VeryDarkMan by DSS, Sets Bad Precedence in Democracy, Says Peter Obi 
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The former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 election has reacted to raging security concerns on the arrest of Martin Vincent Otse, also know as VeryDarkMan (VDM), and earlier the arrest of the NANS President. 

Mr. Obi released a statement via his X handle on the issue. His statement in part reads, “The Recent developments in our nation continue to raise serious concerns about the direction we are headed as a democracy. The tension in the land aggravated by hardship is being needlessly fueled by our attitude to the rule of law and human rights.

“The arrest of Martin Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), though perhaps within the legal rights of security agencies, was carried out in a manner that left many Nigerians unsettled.” 

Mr. Obi’s statement further expressed disapproval of high-handedness of security forces in enforcing the arrest and how this set a bad precedent for the future. 

Mr. Obi said, “The display of force, lacking in transparency and civility, closely resembled an abduction, a disturbing method that not only creates fear but also risks being mimicked by criminal elements. If Nigerians begin to struggle to distinguish between legitimate arrests and unlawful abductions, we will lose a vital layer of national security and accountability.

“This trend is not new. We must recall that even our esteemed judges, the last line of defence for justice, have suffered similar indignities in recent years. When those who interpret the law are treated with such disregard, it is difficult to expect that ordinary citizens will feel protected under the law.

“Moreover, these methods are beginning to affect our economy and business environment. The backlash directed at GTBank, allegedly linked to the circumstances surrounding Mr. Otse’s arrest, has had serious reputational consequences. At a time when investor confidence is already fragile, we must do all we can to avoid actions that tarnish institutions or undermine the trust of both citizens and the international community.

“One cannot help but ask: was it impossible to invite Mr. Otse in a civil, transparent, and legal manner? Would that not have spared Nigerians, GTBank, and our national image the unnecessary shame and losses we now witness?” 

On the earlier abduction of the NANS president, Mr. Obi questioned the strategic muzzling of opposing voices ans suppression of youths voices in Nigeria’s democracy under the president Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. 

Mr. Obi’s statement further reads, “Similarly troubling are allegations surrounding the so-called abduction of the NANS President If true, it raises critical questions about the independence of student leadership and the subtle erosion of young voices in our democracy. Nigeria’s youth should not feel coerced, silenced, or absorbed into political agendas that do not reflect their will. The oppression of young voices, whether through force, patronage, or intimidation, is a dangerous path that we must not normalize.

“We must return to a Nigeria where justice is done and is seen to be done without theatrics or abuse. A country where youth can speak freely, judges can serve with dignity, and institutions act responsibly. That is the Nigeria we must rebuild.”

Steven Atogi

Steven Atogi

Steven Atogi is Editor-in-chief at Umpire News. Formerly Editor-in-chief at DreamsNG Magazine. A skilled editor, writer and researcher with over a decade experience in politics, economy, sports and entertainment news editing; feature writing, copywriting and digital news sourcing. He has published in traditional and new media across local and international media outlets. He is keen on public policy, politics, economy, and social justice themes.

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