VeryDarkMan Urges Gun Access for Citizens Amid Insecurity

On Tuesday, Martins Vincent Otse, a social media activist known as VeryDarkMan, called on the Federal Government of Nigeria to grant citizens greater access to firearms to help address the country's escalating insecurity. He made this statement during a panel discussion at the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) Annual General Conference held in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Otse argued that the current size of Nigeria's security forces is insufficient to protect a population exceeding 200 million, with police and military personnel combined totaling less than one million. He emphasized the need for citizens to be empowered for self-defense, stating, “Make it easy for us to get guns because right now they are understaffed.” While advocating for easier access to firearms, Otse also acknowledged the importance of security agencies and called for better welfare for security personnel, warning that neglect could lead to decreased commitment to public safety.

Additionally, he discussed the role of Fulani communities in the security landscape, alleging that corrupt officials facilitate the movement of firearms across states.