Jarvis Cries Out to Edo Governor Over Kidnapping in Ekpoma, Protesters’ Arrest in Heartfelt Video
- Jarvis made a heartfelt plea to Governor Monday Okpebholo over the ongoing kidnappings in Ekpoma in a now-viral video
- The TikTok star's plea came following reports of the arrest of 52 students who protested against insecurity in the area
- Her video sparked reactions, especially as it followed criticism from Daniel Regha for not using her platform to advocate for societal issues
- In a chat with Legit.ng, a resident of Edo state spoke about the protest in Ekpoma against kidnapping
Nigerian TikTok star Jarvis, also known as Jadrolita, condemned the reported kidnappings in Ekpoma, a town in Edo state.
In an emotional video she shared on Tuesday, January 13, Jarvis urged Edo state governor Monday Okpebholo to urgently address the rampant abductions in Ekpoma, including a fatal incident reported on January 9, 2026.
Source: Instagram
She also reacted to the arrest of youths who reportedly held protests against the insecurity in the town.
According to reports, a Benin High Court ordered 52 suspects, many of them Ambrose Alli University students, to be remanded for 14 days at the correctional centre.
"Please, governor of Edo State, a lot is happening in Ekpoma and nothing is happening about it. Rather, they are arresting youths that are trying to fight for themselves. As how now? Governor of Edo State, abeg. Ekpoma is bleeding. Ekpoma is crying. Kidnapping them for what? Please come to the aid of Ekpoma people. We need you at this point," Jarvis said in part.
Source: Instagram
The video of Jarvis' heartfelt plea to the Edo state governor over the kidnapping crisis in Ekpoma is below:
Reactions as Jarvis speaks up against Ekpoma insecurity
The timing of the video follows recent criticism from social media commentator Daniel Regha, who accused Jarvis of not using her platform for the public good.
Legit.ng compiled some of the reactions that followed the video. Read them below:
abe__dua said:
"So if Daniel regha no draw you, you wouldn’t have say anything … smh …. Na now be your morning na."
vicky69dr commented:
"Some people can never be satisfied, she decided to speak out and some people in the comments section are having a go at her, telling her to shut up, it's well."
henry_nickyman_ said:
"This is how you show relevance. Thanks so much."
black.marvy reacted:
"Because of Regha Daniel, u set camera, anyway thank u."
worldbestarmani said:
"Na now you wake up after regha interview u for no talk."
reallilyj7878 commented:
"Jarvis u fall my hand so allow Daniel of all person to tell u what to do dat anyhow gu."
fkeh833 said:
"Some of una na God go punish you all waiting una want from Jarvis again she talks problems she nor talk problems Jarvis make GOD countune to protect you and give you more strength but is not easy for you."
kestonkcee said:
"shut up and go back to pellar."
The protest was initially peaceful
According to Daniel Ehimare, a resident of Edo state, the protest at Ekpoma was peaceul before it was hijacked.
"The government's response is embarassing, imagine they did a counter protest in Ekpoma. The intial protest was peaceful before it was hijacked," he said.
Jarvis' mother mentions her real age
Legit.ng also reported that Jarvis went viral over the heartwarming conversation between her and her mother.
During a live stream, the woman reiterated her love for her beautiful daughter, Jarvis. She, however, sparked reactions after she disclosed the TikToker's date of birth.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
