Social media activist VeryDarkMan has alleged that grassroots activist Livinus Nwosu was questioned about him during a reported detention by the Department of State Services (DSS).
The incident occurred on June 3 as Nwosu carried out voter education in Bayelsa State. He was teaching residents how to register for Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) ahead of future elections when masked armed men in a Hilux vehicle picked him up.
VeryDarkMan raised the alarm after receiving a call from Nwosu’s wife. Eyewitnesses described the operatives whisking Nwosu away to an undisclosed location.
Nwosu was later released after hours in DSS custody. In messages shared by VeryDarkMan, the activist claimed interrogators focused on VeryDarkMan’s activities and return date to Nigeria.
According to the claims, DSS operatives asked Nwosu to write names of alleged sponsors, including VeryDarkMan and Tunde Ednut. They reportedly linked the duo to efforts sensitizing masses on voter registration.
VeryDarkMan responded by sharing his flight details, indicating arrival in Abuja around June 10. He urged supporters to ignore distractions and prioritize obtaining their PVCs.
This development adds to existing tensions surrounding VeryDarkMan’s Ratel movement. Nwosu had faced prior arrests, including one linked to Bayelsa First Lady over a separate video incident earlier in the year.
Critics on X highlighted perceived misplaced priorities. Many contrasted the swift DSS action with the unresolved kidnapping of schoolchildren in Oyo State since mid-May.
Nwosu reportedly vowed to continue his “Renew Mind” campaigns despite risks. He described the questioning as an attempt to gather intelligence on opposition voices.
The case underscores ongoing debates about civic engagement and security agency roles. Voter registration by INEC continues through August 2026, targeting first-time voters and updates.
VeryDarkMan has positioned the event as intimidation aimed at silencing critics. He maintained focus should remain on democratic participation rather than personal pursuits.
Public reactions remain divided. Some view it as legitimate security checks, while others see it as harassment of activists promoting voter awareness. No official DSS statement has confirmed the details of the interrogation.
The episode reflects deeper fractures in Nigeria’s activist landscape, where grassroots efforts increasingly collide with state interests.
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