Peter Obi is urging security forces to rethink their show-of-force tactics after influencer VeryDarkMan’s arrest, warning that it may fuel fear, not trust.
- Obi said the police must uphold justice without intimidation.
- He stressed that citizens shouldn’t feel bullied for speaking out.
- Warned that unchecked force may embolden criminals to mimic state behaviour.
- Many on social media see the move as silencing dissent.
- The police say they’re only following the law, but trust is wearing thin.
This isn’t just about VeryDarkMan - Obi’s warning cuts deeper. In a climate where citizens already doubt the system, dramatic police operations risk fuelling more fear than safety. His message? If force is the default, dialogue dies, and that could leave space for something worse to grow.
Nigeria doesn’t just need stronger law enforcement, it needs stronger public confidence. Where do we draw the line between justice and intimidation?
