The Digest:
Nigerian activist Verydarkman (VDM) has accused the government, major corporations, and the public of hypocrisy following the death of Phyna’s sister, Ruth Otabor. In a call for accountability, he condemned the silence while she was alive, only for people to speak up after her passing.
Key Points:
- Activist VDM reacted to the death of Ruth Otabor, the sister of reality TV star Phyna.
- Ruth reportedly died after being hit by a Dangote truck driven by an unlicensed driver.
- VDM accused the government and the Dangote Group of "hypocrisy."
- He criticized the lack of public attention during Ruth’s 19-day hospital stay.
- He argued that earlier pressure might have forced the company to act faster.
- VDM also condemned the government’s failure to enforce accountability.
VDM’s strong words highlight the broader issue of systemic failure and a lack of accountability from both corporations and authorities in Nigeria. He argues that ordinary citizens often only get attention after a tragedy occurs. A Call for Accountability.
