In a dramatic return to the public eye, controversial activist and social commentator VeryDarkMan made his first official appearance on social media since his recent release—and he didn’t hold back.
Opening with a punchy statement that blurred satire and critique, he declared, “We’re just starting now. We have four arms of government: the legislative arm, the judicial, the executive, and the Ratel Movement.” The bold addition of the “Ratel Movement” to Nigeria’s traditional three arms of government was more than a joke—it was a jab.
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Known for his fearless takes and unapologetic voice, VeryDarkMan’s reference to the Ratel Movement—a network of whistleblowers and online watchdogs—signals that he is not backing down from speaking truth to power. With this statement, he positions himself and his allies as a powerful force in Nigeria’s civic space, right alongside the country’s formal institutions.
His return has already sparked conversations across social media platforms, with supporters hailing him as a necessary disruptor and critics accusing him of overstepping his bounds. Regardless of which side you’re on, one thing is clear: VeryDarkMan is back, and he’s ready to shake tables.
What do you think about his bold claim—can citizen-led movements truly serve as a fourth arm of government?