Verydarkman Blames Lagos for Nigeria’s Economic Issues, Compares Other States: “Milking the Country”
- Social media activist Verydarkman has stirred up debate online by boldly blaming Lagos State for Nigeria's economic challenges
- In a recent video shared on social media, he claimed that the economic dominance and centralisation in Lagos are stalling national progress
- Verydarkman suggested that too much federal attention and private investment are concentrated in Lagos and called on Igbo people
Nigerian social media activist Verydarkman, whose real name is Martins Vincent Otse, has alleged that Lagos is the reason Nigeria is not progressing.
In a recent video shared on his social media platforms, the outspoken activist argued that too many activities and investments are concentrated in Lagos, leaving other Nigerian states deprived of the same opportunities.
Source: Instagram
Citing the seaport sector as an example, he noted that there are other states suitable for sea-based imports, but they are not approved or developed by the government.
Verydarkman even suggested that Lagos should be a country of its own. According to him, major companies and the heart of Nigeria's entertainment industry are centred in Lagos, creating an imbalance in national development.
He called on Igbo people and all "reasonable Nigerians" to advocate for a fair distribution of economic opportunities across the country. He also appealed to the federal government to establish at least three seaports and 13 additional international airports in other economically significant states.
VDM further argued that decentralising economic activities and promoting development in other regions would benefit the entire country.
Watch the video below:
Netizens react to VDM’s video
Legit.ng compiled reactions from netizens below:
attih_soul said:
"Lagos fought so hard to make sure Calabar sea port didn't work."
godwinosuma7 said:
"It's just like when one person is rich in a family. That family will hardly grow."
caftenofficials said:
"Even Port-harcourt no get port. So baddd 😂😂."
talkingdrum_cfrn said:
"Monopoly is the problem of this country yet its the tactics of the cabal
iniabasi93 said:
"That’s the reason why some things are unnecessarily expensive."
bright___r said:
"Seaports? Lagos. International Airport? Lagos. Most companies HQ? Lagos..💀 Resources meant for the whole country is being allocated to only one state."
steveshow said:
"Tunde let’s post more things like this so we can effect change and enlighten ourselves."
jhon_babs said:
"Monopoly is never a good thing, if it is diversified, transportation would be cheaper fr
ekeneudemadu said:
"It's true, a businessman in Onitsha, Port Harcourt, et al, comes to Lagos to clear their imported goods."
edocharles1 said:
"If other ports work,then Lagos is dead. 😂😂."
cleroydaboss said:
"If you like think say na lie, na you go still tell us the truth…"
xiiv_kc said:
"Because they said Lagos is yoruba lands dey play 😂."
olamide__15 said:
"Man don’t start nonsen*se Logos isn’t problem of Nigeria New York is more popular than Washington DC capital of America 😂😂."
VDM spotted with Naira Marley, Phyno, others
Meanwhile, Legit.ng recalls reporting that Verydarkman was spotted in a music studio with some notable personalities.
Phyno, Burna Boy, Naira Marley, Kokopee, Sam Larry, and others were seen with the social media critic.
The video triggered a variety of comments from social media users, who had different things to say about the link-up.
Source: Legit.ng
