LAGOS, Nigeria(VOICE OF NAIJA)- Popular social media activist Verydarkman has called on teachers to stay away from work while urging parents to keep their children at home in response to the abduction of pupils and teachers in Oyo State.
In a video that has gained attention on social media, the influencer expressed concern over what he called a “curse” among Nigerians.
VDM stated that public attention often shifts quickly and fades from major national tragedies before enough pressure is placed on authorities to resolve critical situations.
Speaking in the viral video, Verydarkman said, “Nigerians are cursed with one thing, they think it’s a blessing but it’s a curse, they know how to move on quickly. However, on this issue on ground (Oyo State kidnapped students and teachers), we are not going to move on until they are released.”
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He stressed that Nigerians should continue demanding action until all the victims are safely released.
The social media critic argued that maintaining public attention on the case could help ensure that those affected are not forgotten.
To demonstrate support for the abducted teachers and pupils, he called on public school teachers nationwide to take a united atand and begin a work boycott from Monday, June 1, 2026.
“As a public school teacher, this is a time to show solidarity with the teachers in captivity by not going to work, starting from tomorrow, Monday 1st of June 2026, until those in captivity are released,” VDM stated.
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He said the action should continue until those being held captive regain their freedom.
VDM also appealed to parents to keep their children away from school during the period.
He explained that the move would serve as a show of solidarity with the affected families while drawing greater attention to the ongoing situation.
Addressing parents, he added, “Please, parents, stop your children from going to school in solidarity with the little kids that are in capt!vity.”
The activist maintained that a coordinated response from teachers, parents, and concerned citizens would send a strong message of support to the victims and their families while keeping national attention firmly on the crisis until a resolution is achieved.
