VDM Leads Public Primary School Pupils in Protest in Abuja, Calls Out Government Over Unpaid Salaries
Popular activist and social commentator, VDM (VeryDarkMan), has once again stirred public attention after leading a group of public primary school pupils in a peaceful protest in Abuja, demanding action from the government over unpaid teachers’ salaries.
The protest, which took place at the Unity Fountain in the nation’s capital, saw young children holding placards with inscriptions such as “Pay Our Teachers”, “No Education Without Motivation”, and “We Want to Learn”. VDM, known for his unapologetic stance on national issues, stood alongside the pupils, using his platform to call out the government for its continued neglect of public education.
Speaking to journalists at the scene, VDM expressed frustration over the plight of teachers who haven’t received their wages for months. “It’s a shame that those who shape the future of our children are begging to survive,” he said. “This protest is not just about salaries; it’s about dignity, education, and justice for those who are forgotten.”
The protest has sparked widespread reactions across social media, with many Nigerians applauding VDM for amplifying the voices of vulnerable children and underpaid educators. Civil society groups and education advocates have also weighed in, urging immediate government intervention to settle outstanding salaries and restore normalcy to the public school system.
As the movement gains momentum, all eyes are on the authorities to see whether they will respond to the growing pressure. For now, VDM’s bold protest has reignited a national conversation about the state of public education and the value placed on those who teach.
