The Anambra
State Police Command has issued a stern warning to popular social media
influencer Martins Vincent Otse, widely known as VeryDarkMan, over a proposed candlelight
procession in honour of the late businessman Mr Ifesinachi Onyekere.
The procession, which Otse reportedly planned to hold
in Awka, was intended to mourn the late Managing Director of Fish Magnet outlet,
who was abducted and murdered recently by suspected gunmen. According to Otse,
the event aimed to draw public and government attention to the security
challenges facing the state.
However, the state’s Commissioner of Police (CP),
Ikioye Orutugu, has cautioned Otse against making statements or taking actions
that could incite public tension or threaten the peaceful atmosphere in the
state.
“No individual, regardless of social status, will be
allowed to disrupt the existing peace and security architecture of the state,”
CP Orutugu stated, as quoted by Police Public Relations Officer DSP Tochukwu
Ikenga.
Family of Deceased Disassociates From Procession
In a significant development, the family of the late
Mr Onyekere has publicly dissociated itself from any candlelight event or
memorial gathering being organized in his name.
“The family has asked to be allowed to grieve
privately, while trusting the authorities to investigate and bring the
perpetrators to justice,” CP Orutugu added.
Call for Restraint on Social Media
The police command also advised social media users and
public figures to avoid spreading misinformation or inflammatory remarks,
especially on sensitive security matters.
“Residents should go about their lawful activities
without fear. Anambra remains one of the most peaceful states in the region due
to the proactive efforts of the police and other security agencies,” DSP Ikenga
said.
The police reiterated their commitment to law and
order, warning that anyone found inciting unrest, whether online or offline,
would face the full weight of the law.
This development highlights the growing tension
between public activism and official security protocols, as state authorities
seek to balance freedom of expression with the need to maintain stability in
volatile regions.
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