Popular online activist Verydarkman and brother of former Governor of Ekiti state, Isaac Fayose have set the internet ablaze, informing Nigerians about the palpable tension strangling both politicians and citizens in the run-up to the big nationwide protest.
This unprecedented protest, sparked by the nation’s severe economic distress, has sent shockwaves through the political scene.
Speculation and argument rage as many anonymous groups rally the nation for the massive protest scheduled for August 1. Posters and hashtags have already gone popular, fueling the fire of readiness on social media.
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Martins Vincent Otse, also known as Verydarkman, took to his page to release a captivating video, warning that politicians were already fleeing the country in a frantic attempt to avoid the wrath of the people.
His impassioned speech highlighted a sobering reality: the danger that this protest will be hijacked by opportunistic hoodlums with ulterior purposes.
Verydarkman highlighted the tangible fear among politicians, security personnel, and civilians over the unpredictable anarchy that might erupt.
Verydarkman begged the authorities to address the severe hardships that are stifling the public if there is any possibility of preventing this tidal wave of unrest.
Isaac Fayose, the brother of former Ekiti State Governor Ayo Fayose, echoed them with equal zeal. He alleged that many lawmakers are rapidly booking tickets and leaving the country in dread.
Fayose provided a vivid picture of lawmakers scrambling to take longer recesses in fear of the impending protests.