Nigerian social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, has alleged that Lagos State is the reason Nigeria is not progressing.
In a recent video shared on his social media platforms, the activist argued that too many activities and investments are concentrated in Lagos, leaving other Nigerian states deprived of the same opportunities.
Using the seaport sector as an example, he said there are other states suitable for sea-based imports but they are not approved or developed by the government. He suggested that Lagos State should be a country of its own, noting that major companies and the heart of Nigeria’s entertainment industry are centred there, creating an imbalance in national development.
He called on Igbo people and all “reasonable Nigerians” to advocate for a fair distribution of economic opportunities across the country. He also appealed to the federal government to establish at least three seaports and 13 additional international airports in other economically significant states.
Verydarkman further argued that decentralising economic activities and promoting development in other regions would benefit the entire country.
